Legal Secretary

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to our busy legal team. The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to lawyers and fee earners.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and contracts.
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle client communication professionally, including telephone calls and emails.
• Maintain and organise case files, both electronic and physical.
• Assist with time recording, billing, and expense management.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders as required.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, scanning, and document management.

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or similar role in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and procedures.
• Excellent typing, formatting, and proofreading skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and flexible attitude.