Become an integral part of a busy legal team as a Legal Secretary and provide essential support to fee earners while ensuring the smooth running of office operations.
The Role
You will provide high level administrative and secretarial support across a variety of legal matters, helping to keep the office organised and efficient.
About You
You will be organised, proactive and experienced in providing professional legal administrative support.
The Reward
The Role
You will provide high level administrative and secretarial support across a variety of legal matters, helping to keep the office organised and efficient.
- Manage and prioritise incoming correspondence and emails, ensuring appropriate action and accurate time recording
- Maintain client files and records, including opening, updating and archiving as required
- Assist with billing for Legal Aid and private clients, including preparation and submission of relevant forms
- Coordinate appointments, court hearings and meetings, keeping diaries up to date
- Prepare, collate and manage court bundles and legal documentation for hearings and submissions
- Support fee earners with dictation, document preparation and transcription tasks
- Liaise with clients, external parties and colleagues to facilitate smooth legal processes
- Manage office systems, resources and procedures to support operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with internal protocols for risk assessments, legal aid, conveyancing and probate matters
- Provide general administrative support including scanning, filing, document control and record keeping
About You
You will be organised, proactive and experienced in providing professional legal administrative support.
- Previous experience in a legal secretarial or administrative role
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise competing tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation, filing and correspondence
- Proficient in office software and legal case management systems
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times
The Reward
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development
- Supportive team environment
- Varied and interesting workload across multiple areas of law
- Contributory pension scheme
- Holiday entitlement and other employee benefits