Legal Secretary

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Employment team in Hemel Hempstead. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality legal support, manage documents, and assist fee earners in a dynamic legal setting. Competitive salary up to £28,000, along with various perks including private healthcare, a pension scheme, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Up to £28,000 per annum

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee benefits including cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loans

Bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant/Administrator or similar role is required.
• Ability to commute to South Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Support fee earners with document production and administrative tasks.
• Manage client onboarding and file administration.
• Coordinate financial tasks including invoice raising and purchase orders.

Skills

Document production

Client communication

Diary management

Compliance with confidentiality

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

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We’re working with a leading national law firm that is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary/Assistant/Administrator looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment. The role involves providing high-quality legal support, ensuring smooth administrative operations, and assisting fee earners with day-to-day tasks.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting fee earners with document production, including legal letters, attendance notes, and hearing bundles.
• Managing client onboarding, file opening, and general file administration.
• Coordinating financial tasks such as raising invoices, processing purchase orders, and preparing financial slips.
• Communicating professionally with clients and colleagues, handling queries and correspondence.
• Organising meetings, events, and diary management.
• Using case management software and Microsoft Office to maintain accurate records.
• Ensuring compliance with firm policies, including confidentiality and data protection regulations.

What we need from you:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant/Administrator, or similar.
• Ability to commute to South Manchester.

The Perks:

• Up to £28,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Private healthcare and enhanced parental leave.
• Pension scheme and life insurance.
• Employee benefits including cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, and bonus scheme.
• Career development and internal progression opportunities.