- Salary commensurate with experience, circa £30,000 p.a.
- Quick interview & Start (happy to wait for the right candidate)
- Solid steady & reliable career with a highly regarded local firm
Job Title: Float Legal Secretary / Float Legal Assistant Required An established and highly regarded law firm with offices across North London and Hertfordshire is seeking a confident and adaptable Float Legal Secretary or Float Legal Assistant to provide full time, permanent support across multiple departments. This is a varied, fast paced position covering busy periods, annual leave and absences, offering exposure to a broad range of legal work and the opportunity to support fee earners up to Managing Partner level. The firm is looking for a career Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant seeking long term stability and professional growth within a supportive team environment.
The FirmOur client is a multi office practice with three locations situated within approximately 12 miles of each other across North London and Hertfordshire. Exact office details will be shared with shortlisted applicants. The role can be based permanently at one office if preferred. However, the ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to work across all three sites as required.
The RoleThis is a true float position where no two days will be the same. You will provide high level secretarial and administrative support during exceptionally busy periods, staff absences and holiday cover. You will gain exposure to a wide range of departments including but not limited to:
- Commercial Conveyancing
- Residential Conveyancing
- Private Client
- Family Law
- Litigation
- Business & Commercial
You will support a variety of fee earners, including senior solicitors and Managing Partner level, requiring professionalism, discretion and confidence in handling diverse workloads.
Key Responsibilities - Audio and copy typing with a high degree of speed and accuracy
- Preparing legal documents and correspondence
- Managing diaries, appointments and meeting coordination
- Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional manner
- Opening and closing files and maintaining case management system
- Assisting with general administrative and procedural tasks
- Providing seamless cover across departments as required
The Ideal Candidate - Demonstrable career history as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant
- Seeking a long term career opportunity in a support capacity
- Not currently pursuing qualification as a Solicitor
- Flexible, adaptable and confident in new environments
- Exceptional communication and organisational skills
- Super fast and accurate typing ability
- Professional, reliable and able to prioritise effectively
This opportunity would suit someone who thrives in a dynamic setting, enjoys variety and takes pride in being the steady hand that keeps things moving when workloads surge.
Additional Information - Full time, permanent position
- Offices based in North London and Hertfordshire
- Immediate interviews available
- Immediate start preferred, although the firm is willing to wait for the right candidate
Salary commensurate with experience, circa £30,000 p.a. If you are a committed Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant looking for longevity within a respected firm where your versatility will be truly valued, we would be delighted to hear from you.
