Legal Secretary - Commercial Litigation

Douglas Scott Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd is recruiting for a Team Legal Secretary – Litigation to join the Commercial Litigation team in our Nottingham office. You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners and help ensure the department runs smoothly for clients.

We are seeking an organised, proactive and reliable individual with experience in a legal environment, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a legal environment.
• Legal secretarial or team support experience.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and client-focused approach.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the Commercial Litigation team.
• Support fee earners to ensure smooth running of the department and excellent client service.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the department's growth and client responsibilities.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Client-focused

Teamwork

Job description

Nottingham | Full-Time | Permanent

Our client is a highly regarded national law firm with a specialist focus on business law, agriculture, food and farming, advising an impressive client base that includes businesses of all sizes, property developers and housebuilders, farmers, landowners, landed estates, entrepreneurs and private individuals.

We are currently recruiting for a Team Legal Secretary – Litigation to join the firm's Nottingham office and become an integral part of its Commercial Litigation team.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a specialist and well-established team within a growing national law firm.

You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the Commercial Litigation team, helping ensure the smooth running of the department and supporting fee earners in delivering an excellent service to clients.

The role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced lawyers and gain further exposure to commercial litigation, while developing your knowledge and experience within a highly regarded legal environment.

You will become a valued member of the wider team, working collaboratively with colleagues and playing an important role in supporting the department's continued growth.

About You

We are looking for an organised, proactive and reliable Legal Secretary who takes pride in delivering a high standard of work.

• Previous experience working within a legal environment
• Legal secretarial or team support experience
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A professional and client-focused approach
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Previous litigation experience would be advantageous, although candidates with strong legal secretarial experience from another practice area are encouraged to apply.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity to join a high-quality Commercial Litigation team within a firm that has built a strong reputation for specialist legal expertise.

You will benefit from:

• Working alongside experienced litigation professionals
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client base
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to develop your litigation knowledge
• A respected national law firm with a strong regional presence
• Genuine scope to develop your legal support career