Legal Secretary

Clear IT Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Social Housing department in Norwich. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Legal Secretary, excellent audio typing skills, and proficiency in document management. This role offers competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Private medical cover

Discretionary bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Strong document management skills with legal documents.
• Excellent audio typing and IT proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial support to fee earners.
• Manage client files and documentation accurately.
• Liaise with clients and arrange meetings.

Skills

Audio typing

Document management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Client communication

Attention to detail

Job description

My client, one of the UK's leading law firms, with over 100 years' experience of successfully representing clients, are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their Social Housing department in Norwich, Norfolk.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a friendly, supportive team, providing essential secretarial and administrative support to fee earners handling a range of property and housing matters.

You’ll be at the heart of a fast-moving department, assisting with documentation, file management, and client correspondence, ensuring the smooth running of cases and excellent client service at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners across the team.
• Handle audio typing and prepare correspondence, letters, emails, and legal documents with accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage client files and deeds, ensuring all documents are properly stored and maintained.
• Assist with preparing engrossment documents and handling Land Registry applications.
• Draft SDLT returns and assist with conveyancing-related forms and documentation.
• Liaise with clients and other parties by telephone and email, taking accurate messages and directing enquiries appropriately.
• Arrange meetings, coordinate diaries, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth workflow within the team.

About You

You’ll be proactive, well-organised, and confident supporting busy fee earners within a property or housing context. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Strong document management skills, including numbering, amending and formatting legal documents.
• Excellent audio typing and general IT proficiency (including Microsoft Office).
• Familiarity with Land Registry forms and SDLT returns (desirable).
• A strong eye for detail and a professional, client-focused approach.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.
• A collaborative team spirit and willingness to support colleagues.

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected legal practice known for its quality of work and commitment to staff development. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday entitlement (including additional wellbeing and charity days).
• Private medical cover and access to a profit-share and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Regular wellbeing and social events, plus structured career and skills development.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.