Legal Secretary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary in Birmingham to provide key support to legal professionals. This role involves managing diaries, drafting legal documents, and overseeing client communications. The ideal candidate will have prior legal PA or secretary experience with strong organizational and communication skills, and will thrive in a busy legal environment.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Legal PA or Secretary.
• Excellent document production skills in Word.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries and emails for legal professionals.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents.
• Handle client communications and financial admin support.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Tools

Word

Outlook

Digital dictation

Job description

Legal Secretary
Location:Birmingham / Hybrid (2 days in the office)
Salary:£26K-£28K + Excellent Benefits
Contract:Permanent, Full-Time
Experience Level:Intermediate

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join their high-performing team in Birmingham.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal secretary or PA to provide full support to Partners and Legal Advisors, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

About the Role

In this fast-paced and varied position, you'll deliver a full range of Legal Secretarial duties and services, including:

• Full diary and email management
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents
• Document production and complex amendments
• Client file management, including opening/closing and compliance checks
• Organising travel and meetings for legal professionals
• Handling client communications and document dispatch, including DocuSign
• Financial admin support, such as expenses and cheque requisitions
• Supporting the wider team with cover during absences

This role requires a forward-thinking, highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a professional, team-focused attitude.

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience as a Legal PA or Secretary - Essential 2 years minimum (those without this unfortunately will not be considered)
• Excellent document production skills, particularly in Word
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• A proactive and professional approach with strong organisational skills
• Strong IT skills – Outlook, Word, digital dictation (PowerPoint/Excel a plus)
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Legal Secretary / PA who - please apply within or send your CV to [e-mail]