Legal Secretary

Office Angels; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Lewes is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary for a temporary opportunity. Responsibilities include providing crucial administrative support, preparing legal documents, and maintaining client files. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Legal Secretary, proficiency in MS Office, and exceptional communication skills. This role offers competitive pay of £13.50 P/H, with the possibility for further opportunities while working with Office Angels. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Eye care vouchers

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

28 days paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within the legal industry.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including managing calendars and scheduling appointments.
• Prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, and contracts, with high accuracy.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.

Skills

MS Office Suite Proficiency

Excellent Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Abilities

Tools

Legal Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Working Pattern: Full Time Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Salary: £13.50 P/H

Location: Lewes

Start Date: Ongoing

Are you a skilled Legal Secretary looking for a temporary opportunity where you can make a difference? Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking a dynamic and organised individual to join their team for a temporary role. This is your chance to work with a highly regarded firm in a collaborative and professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including managing calendars and scheduling appointments.
• Prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, and contracts, with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Organise and maintain client files in an efficient and confidential manner.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.
• Communicate professionally with clients and other stakeholders, ensuring exceptional client service.
• Assist with billing and invoicing processes, maintaining accurate records.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within the legal industry.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Ability to handle a fast‑paced work environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Professional and friendly demeanour, with a proactive and can‑do attitude.

Next Steps

• Apply today – the client is looking for someone to interview immediately and start as soon as possible.
• Please submit an up‑to‑date CV and contact details.
• If you have trouble uploading your CV, please email it to [e-mail] and put the job title as the subject.

Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries. It also gives you control of your own work/life balance.

Benefits

• Employed directly with Office Angels, ensuring you are well looked after.
• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses if you require them for VDU purposes.
• We can search for permanent work while you are on assignments and offer expert interview support and advice.
• Weekly pay.
• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions).
• 28 days paid annual leave (based on a weekly accrual).

By registering with Office Angels you will benefit from the support of a dedicated and experienced recruitment consultant, regular updates of the local employment market, and consistent feedback on all applications.

Office Angels is an equal‑opportunity employer and is acting as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities, and we provide reasonable adjustments when required.

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