Legal Secretary (1955)

ABC Chambers Solutions; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Epping is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative support to fee earners. The ideal candidate should be highly organised, with excellent communication skills, and able to manage client relationships effectively. Responsibilities include handling client queries, managing appointments, and ensuring efficient office operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and professional team focused on delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable and well-organised with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Confident in managing client and professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners.
• Dealing with clients both personally and on the telephone.
• Sort incoming post and handle file management duties.

Skills

Information and communication technology (ICT) skills

Accurate and efficient audio/typing skills

Communication skills

Organising ability

Interpersonal skills

Numerate

Job description

Legal Secretary

Leading Legal Practice

Salary : £Competitive

Location : Epping, Essex

ROLE PROFILE

Our Client, a leading Law Firm based in Epping, is seeking a reliable and well‑organised Legal Secretary to provide high‑quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners within a busy and well‑established legal practice. This role is integral to the smooth running of the department, requiring a confident communicator with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and a client‑focused approach. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working as part of a collaborative, professional team.

JOB TITLE : Legal Secretary

BUSINESS LINE : Reporting direct to a fee earner and / or a Member as outlined in the Firms structure chart included in the Office Manual

KEY TASKS OF THE ROLE

• Dealing with clients both personally and on the telephone
• Making appointments for Fee Earner / Partner
• Provide text processing and support function for line Fee Earner / Partner
• Dealing with other professionals, mainly on the telephone
• Making full attendance notes of telephone conversations
• Sorting incoming post and some file management duties
• Dealing with account queries and entries
• General office / secretarial duties that arise

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES

Please see individual Performance Plans

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Managing client and professional relationships
• Communication written and verbal
• Personal organisation
• Thoroughness
• Working with others
• Self confidence
• Personal initiative

SKILLS REQUIRED TO UNDERTAKE THE ROLE

• Information and communication technology (ICT) skills using all software currently adopted by Firm
• Accurate and efficient audio / typing skills
• Communication skills
• Organising ability
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work flexibly as part of one of the Firms Departments
• Numerate

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge and experience is clearly beneficial in the following areas but not essential as the competent, motivated employee will acquire same after time in the role :

• Thorough knowledge of the area of law they are working in to include legal processes, forms and precedents in so far as they impact on the role
• A thorough understanding of the Firm, its systems, procedures and reporting lines as set out in the Office Manual
• A good working knowledge of the SRA Handbook.

ABOUT THE LEGAL PRACTICE

The firm is a long‑established legal practice with a history dating back to the early 20th century, offering a broad range of services to both business and private clients. Its practice areas span company and commercial law, commercial disputes, property and employment, alongside family law, private client work, residential conveyancing and contentious private matters. With a strong presence in Essex, the firm advises a diverse client base locally, nationally and, on occasion, internationally. The firms long‑standing commitment to excellence is reflected in the quality and consistency of its legal advice, delivered by a professional, approachable and highly knowledgeable team. Its strong reputation has been built over decades through reliable, client‑focused service, while the trust placed in the firm by a loyal and returning client base underpins everything it does. These values shape a supportive and collaborative working environment, where high standards are encouraged, professional development is valued, and individuals are trusted to take pride and ownership in their work—making it a rewarding and stable place to build a long‑term legal career.

All applicants are requested to complete an Equality, Diversity & Inclusion form, available here.

For all enquiries please contact : ABC Chambers Solutions LLP – 0203 890 8190 [e-mail]

To apply for this role please e‑mail a comprehensive CV and covering letter to one of the team or contact them directly for a confidential discussion :

Sam Biggerstaff [e-mail] | Hudson Brewer – [e-mail]

All third‑party applications will be forwarded to ABC Chambers Solutions.

ABC are committed to equality and to fostering diversity in our profession. We will treat everyone equally and irrespective of their age, background, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Please advise us in advance of the interview if you have any access needs (including those arising from neurodiversity) and / or require reasonable adjustments for the interview so that we can make appropriate arrangements.