Audio Typing Legal Secretary

Office Angels; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension contribution (5%)

Death in Service

Private medical cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual salary review

Paid professional memberships

Long service awards

Regular social events

Job summary

Office Angels in Leatherhead is seeking an Audio Typing Legal Secretary to support a Private Client team. This office-based role offers the chance to develop legal secretarial skills alongside experienced solicitors and to contribute to outstanding client service.

You will audio-type and word process, manage client files, maintain diaries, and help prepare documents. The firm values professionalism, development, and a supportive, inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• Legal secretarial experience or equivalent.
• Touch-typing skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Advanced IT skills and familiarity with Practise Evolve or other case management systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional communication abilities.
• A proactive approach to work and the ability to handle pressure while prioritising workloads.
• A commitment to high-quality client service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to a team of four Private Client solicitors/fee earners.
• Prepare correspondence and documents through audio-typing and word processing.
• Manage filing systems, including opening, closing, and retrieving client files.
• Schedule appointments and maintain up-to-date diaries for fee earners.
• Ensure a professional atmosphere in meetings, including preparing and tidying conference rooms.
• Collaborate with other secretaries and provide support as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, maintaining high standards of customer care.
• Utilise our case management system and ensure confidentiality at all times.
• Proactively seek improvements in departmental efficiency.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Touch-typing

Interpersonal communication

Proactive planning

Workload prioritisation

Client service

Tools

Practise Evolve

Job description

Audio Typing Legal Secretary

Location: Leatherhead, Office Based

Salary: £33k plus 25 days holiday plus BH, annual salary review, bonus scheme, 5% Employer Pension Contribution, Death in Service, Paid Professional Memberships, Long Service Awards, Private Medical Cover, EAP, regular social events and much more!

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 9am to 5.30pm, Friday finish at 5pm

Are you looking to excel in your legal career?

We are seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support this Private Client team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced solicitors and contribute to delivering outstanding client service.

As one of the largest legal practises in Surrey, they pride themselves on providing high-quality legal solutions. Their firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where every team member can thrive. We emphasise professional development and work-life enrichment, ensuring our people feel valued and supported.

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct support to a team of four Private Client solicitors/fee earners.
• Prepare correspondence and documents through audio-typing and word processing.
• Manage filing systems, including opening, closing, and retrieving client files.
• Schedule appointments and maintain up-to-date diaries for fee earners.
• Ensure a professional atmosphere in meetings, including preparing and tidying conference rooms.
• Collaborate with other secretaries and provide support as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, maintaining high standards of customer care.
• Utilise our case management system and ensure confidentiality at all times.
• Proactively seek improvements in departmental efficiency.

What We Need

• Legal secretarial experience or equivalent
• Touch-typing skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Advanced IT skills and familiarity with Practise Evolve or other case management systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional communication abilities.
• A proactive approach to work and the ability to handle pressure while prioritising workloads.
• A commitment to high-quality client service and teamwork.

Learning and Development

• Annual Performance Reviews
• Personal Career Progression Plans
• Trainee Solicitor Programme
• Extensive CPD Opportunities

Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a passion for providing exceptional support in a legal setting, we want to hear from you! Join in our mission to deliver exceptional client service and make a difference in the legal world.