Job Description
Legal Secretary - Litigation
We are supporting a highly regarded national law firm that is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Litigation department. This is an excellent opportunity for a well-organised, detail-driven candidate who thrives in a professional, fast-paced legal environment.
The Role
As a key member of the Litigation support team, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative assistance to fee earners. Responsibilities include:
- Typing, audio typing and preparing legal correspondence and documents
- Supporting fee earners by managing priorities, delivering accurate work and helping identify process improvements
- Handling digital dictation and administrative workflow tasks across the firm
- Managing incoming and outgoing mail and clearing electronic mail daily
- Diary management, meeting scheduling and arranging travel for fee earners
- Supporting compliance monitoring, including Lexcel-related processes
Department-specific duties may include use of the HM Land Registry portal, CE Filing, document tabbing and preparing Statements and Instructions to Counsel.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will offer:
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or strong transferable secretarial background, including digital dictation
- Excellent IT skills and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Accurate typing skills and exceptional attention to spelling, punctuation and document formatting
- Previous experience in a professional services environment and basic understanding of fee earners' work
The successful candidate will also be expected to take part in ongoing training and professional development, including working towards intermediate-level Microsoft Word accreditation.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to join a respected, growing law firm
- Supportive team culture with excellent professional development
- Exposure to high-quality legal work and a specialist Litigation environment
- A varied and engaging workload where your contribution truly matters
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking your next career opportunity within a reputable national law firm, please submit your CV. Suitable applicants will be contacted to discuss the role and firm in more detail.
