Legal Administrator

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Legal Administrator to join their busy personal injury team. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, acting as the first point of contact for clients, and producing legal documentation. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience in a law firm and strong audio typing skills. The role offers a salary range of £24,000 - £26,000 plus benefits, including a company pension scheme and Christmas closure without using annual leave.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Christmas closure without the need to use annual leave

Recognition initiatives, including birthday awards

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
• Proven experience of 2 years working in a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for clients and visitors.
• Handling inbound calls and general front-of-house duties.
• Producing legal documentation through audio and copy typing.
• Supporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasks.
• Managing filing, scanning, and document organisation.
• Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Skills

Strong audio typing capability

Confident user of Microsoft Word and Excel

Professional, approachable, and client-focused manner

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary / Legal Administrator to join a well-established law firm offering clear, practical legal advice across areas including personal injury, family law, employment, and clinical negligence.

As a Legal Secretary / Legal Administrator, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support within a busy personal injury team, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the office.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £24,000 - £26,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for clients and visitors
• Handling inbound calls and general front-of-house duties
• Producing legal documentation through audio and copy typing
• Supporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasks
• Managing filing, scanning, and document organisation
• Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
• Proven experience of 2 years working in a law firm
• Strong audio typing capability
• Confident user of Microsoft Word and Excel
• A professional, approachable, and client-focused manner

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Christmas closure without the need to use annual leave
• Recognition initiatives, including birthday awards

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a secure role within a respected legal practice.

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