Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm, supporting their busy team on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a varied and fast-paced role where you will play a key part in keeping the team running smoothly while delivering high-quality support.
The role:
You will provide dedicated administrative and organisational support to fee earners, ensuring work is completed efficiently, accurately, and to a consistently high standard.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing diaries, coordinating meetings, and arranging travel.
- Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, correspondence, and court bundles.
- Maintaining and organising case files, ensuring accurate electronic filing and compliance with internal systems.
- Acting as a professional point of contact for clients and colleagues, handling queries with discretion.
- Supporting multiple fee earners, prioritising workloads and meeting tight deadlines.
- Assisting with matter management and billing processes.
About you:
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or in a similar role within a legal or professional services environment.
- Strong communication skills and a professional, confidential approach.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage a busy and changing workload.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office (experience with legal systems is beneficial).
This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and gain valuable experience within a well-regarded firm.
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Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunities employer.
