Legal Secretary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide essential support to Partners and Legal Advisors. This full-time position involves managing diaries, drafting documents, and facilitating client communications. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide full support to Partners and Legal Advisors.
• Manage diaries and emails.
• Draft and produce legal documents.
• Handle client communications and document dispatch.

Skills

Legal document production

Diary management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

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Head of National Legal Support at Douglas Scott Recruitment

Legal Secretary

Location: Birmingham / Office Based

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
• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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