Legal Secretary

Medlock Partners; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for their Residential Development team in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work closely with a small number of fee earners, providing essential support in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and experience in a legal setting. Join a respected firm at the forefront of residential development and take the next step in your legal career.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial role, ideally within property or commercial law.
• High typing speed and strong document production skills.
• Calm and efficient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple diaries and ensure smooth operations behind the scenes.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Support legal professionals with essential secretarial tasks.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Tools

MS Office

Case Management Systems

Job description

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Legal Secretary – Residential Development

Leeds

Hybrid

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to supporting legal professionals? We’re working with a leading UK law firm renowned for their specialist Residential Development practice, and they’re looking to welcome a dedicated Legal Secretary to their teams in Leeds.

You’ll be joining an award-winning Residential Development Land department, known for its involvement in some of the UK’s most significant and complex land deals. From acquisitions and disposals to strategic land and long-term development agreements, this team is right at the heart of the residential property market.

Why this role stands out

Unlike some firms where secretarial support is shared across a national pool, here you’ll work closely with a small number of fee earners—building real rapport and becoming a vital part of the team’s day-to-day success. It’s a traditional secretarial role in the best sense: valued, varied, and essential.

What they’re looking for

They’re keen to speak with Legal Secretaries who are confident, organised, and ready to hit the ground running. You'll need to be comfortable managing multiple diaries, communicating with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Ideal background:

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial role, ideally within property or commercial law
• High typing speed and strong document production skills
• Impeccable communication—both written and verbal
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Calm and efficient under pressure, with excellent time management
• Proficient in MS Office, formatting documents, and using case management systems
• Discreet, professional, and always mindful of confidentiality

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your legal career within a respected and growing team at the forefront of residential development in the UK.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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