Legal Secretary

GMP Recruitment Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Cheltenham seeks a Legal Secretary/Paralegal for office-based support to a Partner. The role involves drafting legal documents, managing case files, and liaising with clients. Applicants must have previous experience in a legal setting, excellent typing skills, and strong attention to detail. This position offers a starting salary of £28,000 per annum with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretary or paralegal role is essential.
• Experience working in a legal practice for at least 18 months.
• Proficient in all aspects of information and communications technology.
• Fast and accurate audio typing and audio dictation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents.
• Manage case files and discovery materials.
• Conduct legal research and summarize case law.
• Prepare and file court documents.
• Communicate with clients and schedule meetings.

Skills

Legal document drafting

Legal research

Audio typing

Interpersonal skills

Client care

Job description

Overview

GMP Recruitment are proud to be partnered with a successful, growing, and leading regional law firm and we are currently supporting their recruitment for a Legal Secretary/Paralegal to provide administrative and secretarial support to a Partner within their department, located at their firm in Cheltenham.

This position is an office-based role working Monday - Friday 09:00am - 17:00pm offering a starting salary of £28,000 per annum.

The successful applicant will be required to liaise directly with clients, have excellent interpersonal skills and provide the highest standard of client care. You must be able to demonstrate experience in a similar secretarial or legal secretarial position with excellent typing abilities. The firm is currently going through an exciting period of change with a new, innovative leadership team, and are looking for energetic and passionate individuals to contribute to their successful future.

Legal Secretary/Paralegal responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Manage case files, discovery materials, and confidential records (digital and physical).
• Conduct legal research and summarize case law, statutes, and regulations.
• Prepare and file court documents, motions, and forms (electronically or in person).
• Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and docket systems.
• Assist in trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and trial binders.
• Communicate with clients, schedule meetings, and handle intake documentation.
• Coordinate with courts, vendors, and external parties (e.g., investigators, expert witnesses).
• Monitor statutes of limitations and compliance deadlines.
• Provide general administrative support, including billing, mail, and office organization.

Legal Secretary/Paralegal desired skills and experience

• Previous experience in a legal secretary or paralegal role is essential.
• Experience working in a legal practice for at least 18 months.
• Accuracy and great attention to detail.
• You will be organised and self-sufficient whilst being able to show initiative and a proactive attitude where needed.
• Proficient in all aspects of information and communications technology, committed to client service and delivering high quality work.
• Fast and accurate audio typing and audio dictation skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a good telephone manner and client care expertise are essential.
• Diary management and the ability to deliver great work in a demanding and fast paced office environment.

Additional details

An immediate start is available for the successful candidate.

This is a truly great opportunity to join a vastly successful and recognised legal firm that can offer a warm and welcoming work environment with the possibility of progression.

If the above role sounds perfect for you, or you require more information, please click apply

GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency