Legal Secretary

Hunter Savage; Portadown; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in Portadown is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their team. This full-time position offers a salary of £30,000–£32,000. The ideal candidate will have experience in legal processes and excellent IT skills. Responsibilities include providing administrative support, preparing legal documents, and managing schedules. The role offers flexible working hours and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary is essential.
• Strong knowledge of legal processes and documentation.
• Excellent typing skills and proficiency in IT.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to solicitors.
• Prepare and format legal documents and contracts.
• Manage diary schedules and client appointments.

Skills

Legal terminology knowledge

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

We are hiring for our client, a well-established legal practice based in Portadown, who are seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Secretary to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position with flexibility around working hours, offering a salary of £30,000–£32,000.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Competitive salary of £30,000–£32,000
2. Flexible working hours available
3. Permanent, full-time role with an established practice in Portadown

The Role:

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to fee earners and solicitors
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and contracts
• Manage diary scheduling, court dates, and client appointments
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence professionally
• Maintain accurate client records and case files
• Support billing and document management processes
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection standards

The Person:

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary (essential)
• Strong knowledge of legal processes, terminology, and documentation
• Excellent typing and IT skills (Microsoft Office, case management systems)
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines in a busy office environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The Rewards:

• £30,000–£32,000 (depending on experience)
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• Permanent, secure position with opportunities to develop within the practice
• Supportive, professional working environment

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage
For further information, and to apply for this Legal Secretary role, please contact Hollie Wilson-O’Neill. Visit our website for a full list of opportunities.