Legal Secretary

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm seeks a dedicated Legal Secretary to enhance their Employment team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for experienced candidates to provide quality legal support and ensure efficient administrative operations within a collaborative environment. Ideally suited for individuals seeking growth through responsibilities like document management, financial coordination, and client communications, this position also includes attractive benefits like private healthcare and professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loans

Bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar legal support role is required.
• Ability to manage administrative tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Document production

Client communication

File management

Diary management

Compliance knowledge

Education

Experience as Legal Secretary/Assistant/Administrator

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

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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.