Join our team as a Commercial Secretary !​

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At Seymours Solicitors we are proud to serve our community with trusted legal expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to play an integral part of the support team here at Seymours, we are looking for a commercial secretary to join our Commercial department.

 

About the role:

 

• Producing accurate correspondence, documentation and forms using audio dictation, word and excel.​​

• Answering and making telephone calls promptly and professionally and taking and passing on accurate messages.

• Dealing confidently with client enquiries and assisting clients to complete forms and documentation as required.

• Filing, updating client files and retrieving information for clients and colleagues in a timely manner,

• Planning and maintaining an effective diary, appointment and follow-up system.

• Liaising with colleagues to ensure that clients requiring the services of other departments are accommodated.

• Developing oneself within the role by making and taking opportunities for learning, education and training.

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Skills and abilities:​​​

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• Accurate keyboarding skills 

• Audio typing ability 

• Ability to use various software packages i.e Word, Excel 

• Well developed communication skills; able to speak in a clear and precise voice, excellent telephone manner, ability to deal competently with client and colleague enquiries.

• Ability to form and maintain effective business relationships with client and team relationships with colleagues.

• Familiarity with legal case management systems

• 2-5 years minimum experience working as a secretary in a legal practice

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Personal Attributes:

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• Excellent interpersonal skills and clear written and oral communication 

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or within a team

• Demonstrate courteous, helpful and pleasant manner both in person and over the phone 

• Conscientious and diligent, paying attention to detail, particularly when dealing with routine tasks.

• Positive, enthusiastic, confident attitude

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What we offer:

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• Flexible/hybrid working ​

• Staff days out 

• Duvet day on your birthday 

• Opportunities for growth and training 

• Death in service 5x your salary 

• A friendly and collaborative team environment

• A fully comprehensive health insurance 

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Apply Today:​

Join us in shaping the future of excellence! If you're ready to contribute your expertise, build relationships, and make a lasting impact, send your CV to Danielle Cawley, Office Manager, DanielleCawley@seymours.co.uk