Legal Secretary

Express Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Pension

Generous holiday allowance

Company bonus scheme

Profit share

Training and development

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Express Recruitment Ltd. in Leicester is seeking an organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join a well-established professional services firm.

You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Fee Earners, managing a varied workload in a fast-paced environment and helping ensure the smooth running of the team. The role offers a competitive salary of c£30,000, private medical cover, pension and a range of wellbeing benefits, with ongoing training and development and

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator is desirable.
• Commercial property experience is an advantage.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and organisational support to the legal team.
• Produce and format a range of legal/commercial documents with accuracy.
• Maintain electronic and paper records of client matters and ensure filing is up to date.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings and enquiries for Fee Earners.
• Assist with administration of commercial property matters including Land Registry and Companies House tasks.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Commercial property

Organisation

Time management

Tools

MS Office

Document management systems

Job description

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded professional services firm based in Leicester, who are seeking an organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary or strong administrator with an interest in the legal sector, who enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment. The role will involve providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Fee Earners, helping to ensure the smooth running of the team while managing a varied workload.

Benefits include a competitive salary of c£30,000, company bonus scheme, profit share, private medical cover, pension, generous holiday allowance, ongoing training and development, and a range of additional employee wellbeing benefits.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day administrative and organisational assistance to members of the legal team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Produce, update and format a range of legal and commercial documentation, including letters, reports, agreements and property-related paperwork, with a strong focus on accuracy and presentation.
• Maintain electronic and paper-based records across client matters, ensuring files are kept organised, up to date and compliant with internal procedures.
• Coordinate appointments, meetings and diary commitments for Fee Earners, while responding to incoming calls and enquiries in a professional and helpful manner.
• Assist with the administration of commercial property matters, including property searches, Land Registry requirements, Companies House records, tax documentation, completions and associated follow-up activities.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience within a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator or similar administrative role is desirable, with commercial property experience being an advantage
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage competing deadlines
• Strong communication skills with a professional and confident approach to client and external contact interactions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using document management and case management systems, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive, adaptable and able to use initiative while working independently and as part of a collaborative team

Vacancy Summary

Hours: Full Time, Monday - Friday (Office Based)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.