Legal Secretary

Talk Staff Group Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Chester is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support their Private Client team. The role involves providing administrative support, managing client files, and ensuring high-quality legal services. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a similar role, strong organisational skills, and excellent attention to detail. This position offers a salary of up to £26,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant within a law firm (Private Client experience preferred).
• Strong organisation and communication skills with the ability to prioritise in a busy environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, IT literacy, and fast, accurate typing skills.
• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team.
• Manage diaries, appointments, and client correspondence.
• Handle new enquiries, open and maintain client files, and update case management systems.
• Type legal documents (audio and copy), complete forms, and prepare bundles.
• Liaise with clients and third parties, maintaining excellent client care standards.
• Support billing, file management, and general office administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Fast typing skills

Job description

Overview

Legal Secretary - Private Client

Location: Chester | Salary: Up to £26,000 (DOE)

Our client, a respected and growing law firm in Chester, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Private Client team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional, client-focused individual to play a key role in supporting senior fee earners and ensuring the smooth delivery of high-quality legal services.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team
• Manage diaries, appointments, and client correspondence
• Handle new enquiries, open and maintain client files, and update case management systems
• Type legal documents (audio and copy), complete forms, and prepare bundles
• Liaise with clients and third parties, maintaining excellent client care standards
• Support billing, file management, and general office administration

Qualifications / About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant within a law firm (Private Client experience preferred)
• Strong organisation and communication skills with the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
• Excellent attention to detail, IT literacy, and fast, accurate typing skills
• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented approach

How to Apply

If you're a motivated Legal Secretary looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking firm where your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available.