Legal Secretary

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

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Residential Development team in Manchester. This role offers the chance to work closely with fee earners, manage diaries, and ensure efficient operations in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in legal secretarial work, excellent communication skills, and a meticulous approach to detail.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple diaries and ensuring smooth operations.
• Communicating with clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Supporting legal professionals with document preparation.

Skills

Document production skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Job description

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Legal Secretary – Residential Development

Manchester

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 Manchester.

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

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal and Administrative

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting and Legal Services