Legal Secretary

Talk Staff Group Limited; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Leicester Forest East is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to provide high-quality support to fee earners. This role requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and a proactive approach. Responsibilities include preparing documentation, assisting clients, and maintaining accurate records. This position offers a hybrid working option along with excellent benefits and a bonus structure.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Hybrid working options

Excellent benefits package

Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience supporting fee earners or in a legal/professional services environment.
• Strong ability to prioritise effectively.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally with clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare letters, documents, and correspondence.
• Assist clients over the phone and in person.
• Maintain accurate electronic files and case records.
• Support fee earners with administrative tasks.
• Carry out additional administrative duties.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Audio Typing

Confident IT skills

Proactive mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

We're supporting a reputable law firm who are looking to welcome a Legal Secretary to their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced professional environment and enjoys providing high-quality support to legal specialists.

The Role

You’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the department, providing efficient secretarial and administrative support to fee earners. This role requires strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and the confidence to communicate professionally with clients and colleagues.

Essential Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, with a friendly and professional approach.
• Audio Typing
• Previous experience supporting fee earners or working in a legal/professional services environment.
• Confident IT skills, with experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to use your initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing letters, documents, and correspondence on behalf of fee earners.
• Assisting clients both over the phone and in person, delivering a warm and professional service.
• Maintaining accurate and well‑organised electronic files and case records.
• Supporting fee earners with day‑to‑day administrative tasks such as opening and closing matters, arranging appointments, managing diaries, and preparing bills.
• Carrying out additional administrative duties as required to support the team.

Salary and Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday 9am‑5pm with 1 hour lunch
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working options available
• Excellent benefits package
• Bonus