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Vitalina Koreniuk

Edinburgh

Summary

Highly skilled legal professional with extensive experience in legal document drafting, case preparation, and client communication. Demonstrates exceptional time-management, multitasking, and stress tolerance abilities. Proficient in phone and email management, calendar scheduling, and maintaining strict confidentiality. Adept at writing and editing, word processing, and court reporting. Committed to delivering high-quality legal support while ensuring efficient file opening and closing processes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Secretary

Johnson Legal
Edinburgh
07.2024 - Current
  • Performed dictation and audio typing with a high level of accuracy.
  • Communicated with clients to schedule appointments and relay messages effectively.
  • Ordered conveyancing reports and submitted documents to the Registers of Scotland.
  • Engaged with clients over the phone, fostering positive and meaningful relationships, resulting in 90% of business derived from referrals.
  • Assisted in the opening and management of client files, ensuring client retention and proper closure of files.
  • Handled client inquiries through general call management and message taking.
  • Supported the initiation of new matters and maintained organized documentation.
  • Prepared draft fee notes for client billing.
  • Uploaded and registered Powers of Attorney in compliance with legal standards.
  • Managed files for the team, ensuring efficient organization and accessibility.
  • Submitted forms and applications for ongoing cases, supporting case progression.
  • Entered new cases into the company database.
  • Filed documents with courts on behalf of solicitor.

Legal Secretary

Dentons UK & Middle East LLP
London
04.2020 - 03.2024
  • Prepared shell prosecution documents
  • Conducted electronic filing with Patent and Trademark Office
  • Assisted with client invoice review, edits, and finalization
  • Drafted, proofread, and filed or sent legal documents
  • Performed secretarial duties, including maintaining lawyers' calendars, scheduling appointments, making copies, and compiling complex documentation
  • Conducted legal and background research when requested
  • Experience working with MS Office tools.
  • Assisted solicitors in collecting employment, medical and financial records.

Hotel Manager

Radisson Blu Hotel
Kyiv
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Worked in conjunction with the General Manager/Deputy General Manager
  • Actively managed key property issues (including capital projects, customer service, refurbishment)
  • Assisted in the development of meaningful, achievable hotel budgets and other short- and long-term hotel strategic goals
  • Provided effective leadership to the hotel front desk team and team members to ensure targets are met and exceeded
  • Complied and exceeded hotel and company Service Standards
  • Responded to guest feedback to achieve positive outcomes and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Restaurant Manager

El Gaucho
Moscow
02.2016 - 05.2018
  • Managed administrative tasks including inventory management, ordering supplies, and maintaining records of purchases and expenditures
  • Coordinated staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while optimizing labor costs
  • Handled payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and maintaining personnel records
  • Assisted with menu planning, pricing strategies, and inventory control to maximize profitability
  • Implemented and maintained efficient filing systems for invoices, receipts, and other important documents
  • Liaised with vendors and suppliers to negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery of goods
  • Prepared reports and financial statements for management review, analyzing trends and making recommendations for improvement
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff and front-of-house team to streamline operations and enhance overall efficiency
  • Upheld health and safety standards, conducting regular inspections and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Education

Philology (English language and foreign literature) -

Vinnytsia State Pedagogical University

Skills

  • Legal document drafting
  • Time-management
  • Multitasking
  • File opening and closing
  • Phone and email management
  • Client communication
  • Case preparation
  • Word processing
  • Stress tolerance
  • Writing and editing
  • Calendar scheduling
  • Legal dictation
  • Strict confidentiality
  • Document filing
  • Court reporting

Affiliations

  • I'm a music enthusiast who loves to sing and explore different genres. Traveling and discovering new cultures are my passions, and I enjoy trying diverse cuisines along the way. Dream of visiting Japan to immerse myself in its rich culture and traditions. Cooking is a hobby that allows me to express creativity in the kitchen. Also I like yoga as it helps me find balance and tranquillity in my daily life.

Timeline

Legal Secretary

Johnson Legal
07.2024 - Current

Legal Secretary

Dentons UK & Middle East LLP
04.2020 - 03.2024

Hotel Manager

Radisson Blu Hotel
09.2018 - 03.2020

Restaurant Manager

El Gaucho
02.2016 - 05.2018

Philology (English language and foreign literature) -

Vinnytsia State Pedagogical University
Vitalina Koreniuk