Legal Secretary Employment Law

TSR Legal - Wales; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned Legal 500 international law firm seeks a proactive Legal Secretary to support their Employment Law team in Cardiff. Offering a hybrid working model, this role includes key responsibilities such as managing diaries, preparing legal documents, and liaising with clients. Join a market-leading team with a competitive salary around £35,000 and a generous benefits package that values work-life balance.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Pension

Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Employment Law or Litigation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
• Preparing and amending legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders in a professional manner.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal Document Management Systems

Job description

Legal Secretary – Employment Law
Legal 500 International Law Firm | Hybrid Working
Cardiff | From circa £35,000 DOE

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a skilled and proactive Legal Secretary to join a prestigious Legal 500 international law firm in their Employment Law team, based in Cardiff. This is a hybrid working position, offering a competitive salary from around £35,000, dependent on experience.

The Role:

As a key member of the Employment team, you will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
• Preparing and amending legal documents, correspondence, and reports
• Assisting with the production of court bundles and employment tribunal documentation
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders in a professional and confident manner
• Managing billing processes, time recording, and file management
• Supporting with ad-hoc administrative tasks as required

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Employment Law or Litigation
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• A team player with a proactive and professional approach

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model (typically 2–3 days in the office)
• Competitive salary circa £35,000 DOE
• Generous benefits package including private healthcare, pension, and wellness initiatives
• Opportunity to work within a market-leading Employment Law team in a globally recognised firm

Apply Now
If you're a skilled Legal Secretary looking to join a top-tier firm that values excellence and work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Rachel Phillips, Associate Director in confidence on 02920 388100 or apply below: