Legal Secretary

Pertemps Bond; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £28k

Enhanced leave

Long service leave

Pension scheme

EAP & mental health support

Flu vaccinations

Coaching & mentoring

Modern office

Staff discounts

Social events

Friendly culture

Job summary

Pertemps Bond is recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary in Plymouth on a part-time, permanent basis. The role offers flexible hours and pro rata pay up to £28,000, depending on experience.

You will provide comprehensive secretarial support to solicitors, manage diaries, prepare documents, and deliver excellent client service within a collaborative law firm. We seek candidates with previous legal secretarial experience, excellent communication, strong organisation, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal environment, ideally as a legal secretary.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach and initiative.
• Good IT skills and experience with legal systems.
• Positive, team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners.
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings, and coordinating appointments.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and reports.
• Opening and maintaining client files in line with firm procedures and compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients, third parties and other professionals, delivering exceptional client care at all times.
• Handling incoming calls, emails and correspondence efficiently and professionally.
• Assisting with billing, file management and document production.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

IT skills

Job description

Plymouth | Part-Time, Permanent | Up to £28,000 (depending on experience - Pro Rata) We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their growing team in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and organised Legal Secretary who enjoys providing exceptional client service and wants to play a key role within a respected and supportive law firm. The position offers flexibility around working hours and days, making it ideal for someone seeking a better work-life balance while remaining part of a collaborative and ambitious team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners.
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings, and coordinating appointments.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and reports.
• Opening and maintaining client files in line with firm procedures and compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients, third parties and other professionals, delivering exceptional client care at all times.
• Handling incoming calls, emails and correspondence efficiently and professionally.
• Assisting with billing, file management and document production.

To be Successful:

• Previous experience working within a legal environment, ideally as a legal secretary
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A proactive approach and the confidence to use your own initiative
• Good IT skills and experience using legal systems
• A positive, team-focused attitude

Benefits:

• Up to £28,000 DOE (Pro Rata)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Additional holiday for long service
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
• Free annual flu vaccinationsCoaching and mentoring opportunities
• Modern, welcoming office environment
• Staff discounts on legal services
• Regular social events, team activities and firm-wide away days
• Friendly, supportive and inclusive culture

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a highly regarded firm where your contribution will be valued and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.