Legal Secretary - General - Farnborough

BramahHR Ltd; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Farnborough is seeking an experienced General Legal Secretary to provide administrative support across various legal disciplines. The ideal candidate will have experience in a law firm, excellent typing skills, and a proactive approach to their work. This role involves handling client correspondence and maintaining legal documents in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Organised and experienced Legal Secretary with excellent administrative skills.
• Professional, friendly, and approachable manner.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence, forms, and documents.
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and organising meetings.
• Preparing and filing legal documents, bundles, and forms.
• Maintaining accurate client records and case management systems.

Skills

Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary in a law firm

Fast and accurate typing skills (audio and copy)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure

Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems

Job description

Overview

Bramah Recruitment are recruiting for a General Legal Secretary for one of our excellent clients, a well-established law firm that provides a wide range of legal services to individuals and businesses. This is an ideal role for an organised and experienced Legal Secretary with excellent administrative skills to join a fast paced environment within a collaborative team setting.

The role will involve providing secretarial and administrative support across a variety of legal disciplines, including conveyancing, family, wills & probate, and litigation. You will be the first point of contact for many clients, ensuring that they receive a professional and efficient service at all times.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence, forms, and documents.
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and organising meetings.
• Liaising with clients, colleagues, courts, and other professionals by telephone, email, and in person.
• Preparing and filing legal documents, bundles, and forms with the appropriate authorities.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and emails.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records and case management systems.
• Assisting solicitors with case preparation and general administrative duties.
• Managing confidential information with discretion and in line with GDPR requirements.
• Providing reception cover when required.

Skills

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary in a law firm.
• Fast and accurate typing skills (audio and copy).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• A professional, friendly, and approachable manner.