Legal Secretary: Document Prep & Client Support

enable Legal Recruitment Specialists; St Albans; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Enable Recruitment is seeking a Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team in St Albans. You’ll work closely with solicitors, helping organise their workload, prepare documents and keep clients informed.

Key duties include preparing and proofreading documents, audio typing, managing diaries, handling calls and emails, opening and closing files, client onboarding, billing support and tracking deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role.
• Strong typing skills and confidence using Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• A friendly, professional approach to clients and colleagues.
• The ability to prioritise competing tasks and handle confidential information carefully.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Completing audio and copy typing accurately.
• Managing diaries, booking appointments and arranging meetings.
• Handling telephone enquiries and client emails professionally.
• Opening, updating and closing files using the case management system.
• Assisting with client onboarding and compliance documentation.
• Supporting billing, invoice preparation and general administration.
• Tracking deadlines and following up on outstanding information.

Skills

Typing

MS Word

Outlook

Diary management

Client service

Job description

Enable Recruitment is seeking a Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team in St Albans. You’ll work closely with solicitors, helping organise their workload, prepare documents and keep clients informed.

Key duties include preparing and proofreading documents, audio typing, managing diaries, handling calls and emails, opening and closing files, client onboarding, billing support and tracking deadlines.