Legal Secretary – Corporate

Abacus Professional Recruitment Ltd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a Legal Secretary to support their Corporate & Commercial team. This position offers a collaborative workplace where you can grow your legal career, manage multiple tasks, and ensure the efficient operation of their office. Ideal candidates will possess excellent typing skills, attention to detail, and experience in a legal environment, ready to contribute to a thriving practice.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career development

Supportive team culture

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 12+ months' experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally in Corporate or Commercial law.
• Excellent typing and IT skills.
• Strong precision and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel.
• Handle document management and legal typing.
• Assist in preparation and amendment of legal documents.

Skills

Typing skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT skills

Tools

MS Office

Case management systems

Job description

Legal Secretary – Corporate & Commercial Law
Location: Belfast City
Experience Required: 12+ months

Join a Growing Law Firm | Support a Dynamic Corporate & Commercial Team
Are you a proactive and organised Legal Secretary with at least 12 months’ experience in Corporate & Commercial law? Looking to join a forward-thinking, expanding law practice where your contribution is genuinely valued? We’re working with a highly respected and ambitious law firm that is looking to add a Legal Secretary to its thriving Corporate & Commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative and professional environment that encourages career development and offers real scope for progression.

The Role:
As a Legal Secretary in the Corporate & Commercial team, you will play a key role in supporting solicitors and partners with a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Diary management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements
• General file / document management (digital and physical), audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence, managing docs to include scanning and printing of documents, e-filing and updating of fee earner files
• Adhering to all manual and electronic filing systems
• Client communication and general administrative support, dealing with telephone calls and assisting clients
• Researching and summarising legal information
• Assisting, amendment and preparation of legal documents (some large), contracts, and reports
• Assisting relevant fee earners in the conduct of files as required

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum of 12 months’ experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Corporate or Commercial law
• Excellent typing and IT skills (MS Office & case management systems)
• Strong precision and attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• A professional and positive approach to work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work on own initiative

Why Join?

• Join a growing and well-established firm with a strong presence in the market
• Be part of a supportive and friendly team culture
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for the next step in your legal secretarial career, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV through the Apply button.

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