Legal Assistant

TipTopJob; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Runcorn is looking for a full-time Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support. Responsibilities include acting as the first point of contact for clients, producing legal documentation, and managing correspondence. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a law firm, strong audio typing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. A competitive salary of GBP 24,000 - GBP 26,000 is offered, along with additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Christmas closure without using annual leave

Recognition initiatives, including birthday awards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors.
• Handle inbound calls and general front-of-house duties.
• Produce legal documentation through audio and copy typing.

Skills

Audio typing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Client-focused manner

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant 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 Assistant, 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 GBP 24,000 : GBP 26,000 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For

• 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

What We Are Looking For

• 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

Whats On Offer

• 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.