Legal Secretary

2i Recruit Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for their Property Litigation team. The successful candidate will manage legal documentation, court submissions, and scheduling while ensuring effective client communication. Ideal applicants have a minimum of two years in a legal environment, strong document production skills, and proficiency in Microsoft 365. This role offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package, fostering a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working pattern

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary in litigation or property is essential.
• Strong document production and dictation skills are required.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy environment is needed.

Responsibilities

• Produce and amend legal documents like pleadings and applications.
• Manage court bundles, e‑filing, and communicate with clients professionally.
• Organise meetings, events, and assist with team financial processes.

Skills

Document production

Digital dictation

Attention to detail

Client communications

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and highly organised Legal Secretary to join their busy Property Litigation team based in Nottingham. This is an exciting opportunity to support fee earners working on a wide range of property litigation matters including lease renewals, dilapidations, and possession claims.

Company Benefits

• Hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare, learning and development opportunities, and wellbeing support.
• A friendly, collaborative working culture with opportunities for career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce, format, and amend legal documents including pleadings, applications, witness statements, and instructions to counsel.
• Create and maintain court bundles, hearing packs, and manage e‑filing and submissions to court portals.
• Support property litigation workflows and ensure key dates are diarised and actioned.
• Provide accurate digital dictation, copy typing, and transcription support.
• Manage file opening/closing, compliance checks, and matter administration.
• Organise diaries, schedule meetings, mediations, and conferences with clients, counsel, and third parties.
• Act as a first point of contact for clients, handling communications professionally and efficiently.
• Assist with billing, time recording, expenses, and team financial processes.
• Coordinate travel, events, and general team administration.

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within litigation or property.
• Excellent document production and digital dictation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Confident communicator with a client‑focused approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and case management systems.
• Proactive, organised, and able to anticipate the needs of fee earners.
• Typically two or more years' secretarial experience within a legal environment.