Charlotte Wilson
Barrow in Furness,Cumbria
Summary
An enthusiastic and customer-focused professional with exceptional organisational and communication skills, honed through over 10 years as a Legal Secretary. I excel at efficiently managing complex workloads, and maintaining high standards of service, all of which are directly transferable to providing outstanding customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment. I am eager to re-enter the workforce after a five-year career break dedicated to full-time parenting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Legal secretary
Denby & Co Solicitors
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria
09.2009 - 07.2020
- Assisted in preparation and formatting of legal documents ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments and meetings to maximise efficiency.
- Maintained and organised filing systems to facilitate quick access to important case files.
- Drafted correspondence and other communications to clients and external parties with attention to detail.
- Managed confidential information with utmost discretion, ensuring privacy and compliance.
- Maintained a well-organised office environment which improved staff productivity.
- Typed letters, memoranda and emails to convey accurate and professional information.
- Supported colleagues during busy periods, improving teamwork efficiency.
Education
GCSEs -
Parkview School
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria 09/2005 - 06/2009
NVQ Level 2 in Business and Administration -
Apprenticeship in Business and Administration
09/2009 - 07/2010
Level 1 in Mathematics -
Furness College
Level 1 in English -
Furness College
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (QCF) -
The Association of Accounting Technicians
Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Accounting - Financial Services and Accountancy Sector
Financial & Legal Skills Partnership
Skills
- Strong initiative taking
- Organisational Adaptability
- Reliable
- Team Player
- Basic IT skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal secretary
Denby & Co Solicitors
09.2009 - 07.2020
GCSEs -
Parkview School
09/2005 - 06/2009
NVQ Level 2 in Business and Administration -
Apprenticeship in Business and Administration
09/2009 - 07/2010
Level 1 in Mathematics -
Furness College
Level 1 in English -
Furness College
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (QCF) -
The Association of Accounting Technicians
Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Accounting - Financial Services and Accountancy Sector
Financial & Legal Skills Partnership