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A vacancy has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join J.F. Williams & Co., small, busy legal practice in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. This is a varied role providing secretarial and administrative support across our practice. The successful candidate will become an important part of our office and will have the opportunity to work across a broad range of legal matters and day-to-day office activities.

Key responsibilities

The role will include:

- Providing secretarial and administrative support to the solicitors in the office;

- Preparing and formatting correspondence, legal documents and other documentation;

- Audio and copy typing;

- Opening, maintaining and organising client files;

- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email and post;

- Liaising with clients by telephone, email and in person in a professional and courteous manner;

- Diary management and arranging appointments;

- Assisting with the preparation of legal documents, files and briefs as required;

- General office administration and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office; and

- Other administrative and secretarial duties as required.

The successful candidate

Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary is preferred, although consideration will be given to candidates with strong relevant administrative experience.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

- Previous experience in a legal office or similar professional environment;

- Excellent organisational and time-management skills;

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately;

- Excellent typing and IT skills;

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

- A professional, friendly and helpful manner when dealing with clients and colleagues;

- The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a small team; and

- The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.

- Experience with legal case management systems would be an advantage, but training can be provided where required.

What they offer

This is an opportunity to join an established local practice in a professional small-office environment, where the successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the firm. A competitive salary will be offered, commensurate with experience.

If you wish to apply for this role please email a CV and cover letter to: rhickey@jfwilliams.ie

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