Corporate Legal Secretary

ReQuire Consultancy; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a Corporate Legal Secretary to support their Corporate team in a fast-paced environment. The role involves providing high-level administrative support, maintaining client files, and preparing legal documents. Exceptional communication and organisational skills are essential for success in this collaborative setting.

Benefits

Supportive work culture

Opportunity to grow

Competitive salary and benefits

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Legal Secretary role within Corporate or Commercial law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to fee earners.
• Prepare and amend legal documents with speed and accuracy.
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and client appointments.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

About the Role

We’re working on behalf of a leading law firm to recruit a confident, experienced Corporate Legal Secretary to join their thriving Corporate team. This is a fast-paced, high-performing environment that deals with a wide range of corporate transactions including M&A, restructures, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts.

If you enjoy variety in your day, thrive under pressure, and love being part of a collaborative and dynamic team, this role offers the ideal platform to use your skills and develop professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the Corporate department.

• Prepare and amend a range of legal documents with speed and accuracy.

• Maintain and manage client files, both electronically and in hard copy.

• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel and client appointments.

• Liaise with clients, external contacts, and internal colleagues professionally and efficiently.

• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

• Assist with billing processes and other financial administrative tasks.

• Ensure compliance with all firm procedures and regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a Legal Secretary role, ideally within a Corporate or Commercial law team.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.

• High attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving approach.

• Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office.

• Confident in working both independently and as part of a close-knit team.

• A professional, client-focused attitude with a friendly and approachable manner.

What’s on Offer

• A supportive, inclusive work culture where your contribution is genuinely valued.

• A clear opportunity to grow within a fast-moving and respected legal practice.

• Competitive salary and full benefits package (details provided upon application).

• Modern office environment in a convenient location with excellent facilities.

Interested?

If you're a dedicated Legal Secretary with experience in corporate or commercial law and you're looking for a role where your initiative, organisation, and people skills will shine we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by contacting Sam.