Residential Commercial Property Legal Secretary 

Firm based in Kildare (office based position)

Profile

Our client is looking for an experienced conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their busy practice. Candidates should have previous experience dealing with conveyancing files and will be supporting a partner and solicitor in the firm. This role would be full time and in the office. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Document Preparation: Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and other materials.
• Dictaphone typing.
• Proficient in Case management systems. 
• Calendar Management: Manage and update solicitors’ calendars, including scheduling appointments, court dates, and deadlines.
• Client Interaction: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and scheduling meetings or consultations.
• File Management: Maintain and organize paper and electronic files, ensuring documents are easily accessible, Online registration of documentation.
• Legal Research: Assist solicitors in legal research, document retrieval, and other research tasks.
• Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents with various courts and agencies as required.
• Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and always maintain confidentiality.
• Team Support: Collaborate with other members of the legal team to ensure smooth and efficient workflows.
• Managing the receipt and distribution of title documents on ATR for various banking institutions from time to time
• Dealing with PRAI registration applications & queries.
• Good comprehensive skills.

Key Skills:

• Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and document types.
• Excellent computer skills including Word, Outlook, diary management and dictation.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team Player: Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Strong interpersonal/communication skills.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and take on new responsibilities

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a well-established firm, where your work and input is acknowledged and valued and where you will progress.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Skills:
Dictation Case Management System Reception Administration