Legal Executive – Dublin Solicitors' Office
We are seeking an experienced and professional Legal Executive to join a busy solicitors' practice in Dublin 9. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable legal executive to support solicitors across a range of practice areas and to play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the firm.
Maguire McErlean LLP has an excellent opportunity for a legal secretary seeking to move into a great team and is presently inviting applications ideally with experience in Conveyancing, Probate and Litigation. The successful candidate will be a solution driven problem solver with a strong work ethic and drive to gain great legal experience. This will be a varied role supporting partners and solicitors within the practice where you will get high quality, hands on experience.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide comprehensive support to solicitors.
· Audio and copy typing of legal documents, correspondence, pleadings and court papers.
· Manage diaries, appointments, meetings and court dates.
· Open, maintain and close client files in line with office procedures.
· Handle telephone calls, emails and client queries in a professional and confidential manner.
· Prepare and format legal documentation and assist with court bundles.
· Support billing, invoicing and general office administration as required.
· Coordinating meetings and following up on next steps.
· Updating Precedents/Templates.
· Online Research on sites such as Land Registry /Vision Net / CRO etc
· Liaising with external experts - Barristers, Solicitors, Architects
· General Office Admin
· Filing and archiving.
· Produce quality work fast and efficiently
· Take telephone messages and manage client relationships
· Assisting solicitors and partners with day to day activities
· Responding to all communication and queries as they arise;
· Client engagement and AML processes.
Requirements
· Previous experience as a legal secretary or legal administrative assistant in a solicitors' office.
· Strong typing and document production skills with excellent attention to detail.
· Familiarity with Irish legal terminology, procedures and documentation.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and case management systems.
· Excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills.
· Professional, discreet and client-focused approach.
· Strong attention to detail
· Ability to manage time and perform to strict deadlines
· Ability to perform to a high standard in a demanding environment
· Ability to work on own initiative
· Have a high level of personal integrity and maintain confidentiality of work
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Be flexible and have a good approach to finding solutions
· Professional manner and approach
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Desirable
· Experience in administration, conveyancing, litigation, probate or personal injuries.
· Knowledge of Law Society of Ireland procedures and compliance requirements.
Salary: €40,000 – €45,000 per year
This is a full-time, permanent, office-based position.
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time (Monday to Friday, 9-5)
Ability to commute/relocate: Dublin, North County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language: fluent English (required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €40,000.00-€45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person