Legal Secretary

Eclectic Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Central London is seeking a Legal Secretary to support its busy litigation teams. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on high-profile cases. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and experience in managing legal documentation and court processes.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Access to professional development

Supportive team-oriented culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or PA within a litigation team is essential.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and court rules.
• Fast, accurate typing (ideally 60+ wpm).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to litigation teams.
• Prepare and amend legal documents, manage complex diaries.
• Liaise with courts, counsel, clients, and maintain accurate client files.

Skills

Typing

Communication Skills

Document Production

Litigation Process Understanding

Court Filings Management

Tools

MS Office

Legal Systems (e.g., LEAP)

E-filing Systems

Job description

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Base pay range

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Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

The Role

Eclectic Recruitment is delighted to be working with a law firm in Central London to recruit a Legal Secretary with experience supporting busy litigation teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive candidate to join a dynamic firm renowned for its high-profile cases and collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to a team of litigation fee earners, including partners.
• Prepare and amend legal documents, including court forms, witness statements, and bundles (trial, hearing, and appeal).
• Manage complex and frequently changing diaries, including meeting and court date coordination.
• Liaise with courts, counsel, clients, and other third parties in a professional and timely manner.
• Support in the preparation and submission of e-filing through relevant court portals.
• Maintain accurate client files and ensure all correspondence is saved and updated within the case management system.
• Draft correspondence, handle telephone queries, and ensure smooth day-to-day support for the litigation team.

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or PA within a litigation team is essential.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, court rules, and legal documentation.
• Fast, accurate typing (ideally 60+ wpm) with strong formatting and document production skills.
• Confident managing court bundles and legal filings under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems (CE-File or similar) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and a calm, professional manner.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with legal systems (e.g., LEAP, iManage, or similar) is advantageous.
• Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus
• Private medical insurance and enhanced pension scheme
• Access to professional development and training
• Supportive and team-oriented culture in a boutique Central London firm

Please contact Owen @ eclectic recruitment - [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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