Legal Secretary

2M Legal; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm is seeking experienced Legal Secretaries to join their teams across Hampshire and Dorset. The role involves providing high-quality administrative support to fee earners in various departments. Candidates should have prior experience in a legal setting, excellent typing and IT skills, and strong organisational abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and professional development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial or administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent typing and IT skills (Microsoft Office, case management systems).
• Confident communicator with a proactive and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and formatting legal correspondence and documents.
• Typing/digital dictation.
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings, and handling client communications.
• Maintaining accurate client records and case files.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, and external stakeholders professionally and efficiently.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Organisational skills

Excellent typing skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Effective communication

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Legal Secretary Opportunities Hampshire & Dorset

Salary £24,000 - £30,000
Full Time

2M Legal is delighted to be working in partnership with a respected regional law firm seeking experienced Legal Secretaries to join their well-established teams across offices in Hampshire and Dorset.

The Role

These roles offer an excellent opportunity for skilled secretaries who thrive in a fast-paced legal environment. You'll provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners within departments such as Property, Private Client, Family or Litigation, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and formatting legal correspondence and documents.
• Typing/digital dictation.
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings, and handling client communications.
• Maintaining accurate client records and case files.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, and external stakeholders professionally and efficiently.

About You

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial or administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent typing and IT skills (Microsoft Office, case management systems).
• Confident communicator with a proactive and adaptable approach.

The Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment within a reputable firm.

If you're a professional, motivated Legal Secretary looking to join a forward-thinking firm with excellent prospects, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply

Please send your CV in confidence to 2M Legal.