Legal Secretary - Hybrid, Client-Focused Support

DAC Beachcroft; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

DAC Beachcroft is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary to join the Real Estate - Professional Support Hub in the UK. You will support lawyers, manage case files, prepare documents, and coordinate travel and meetings while maintaining high standards of client service.

In this role you will work in a hybrid pattern across multiple offices, including Newcastle, with a focus on efficient workflows, confidentiality, and collaboration within a busy professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Have experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
• Take pride in producing high-quality, accurate work.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and support busy stakeholders.
• Strong client service focus and can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact and keep work moving to meet deadlines.
• Manage inboxes, prioritise communications, and draft responses where appropriate.
• Prepare and produce high-quality documents, correspondence and reports.
• Support document production, including digital dictation and formatting.
• Organise case files and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate meetings, diaries and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and maintain document bundles and case-related materials.
• Build relationships with lawyers, clients and internal teams.
• Support client-related activity, including reports and events.
• Assist with billing processes and financial administration.

Skills

Legal environment experience

Multi-tasking & prioritisation

Client service orientation

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

DAC Beachcroft is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary to join the Real Estate - Professional Support Hub in the UK. You will support lawyers, manage case files, prepare documents, and coordinate travel and meetings while maintaining high standards of client service.

In this role you will work in a hybrid pattern across multiple offices, including Newcastle, with a focus on efficient workflows, confidentiality, and collaboration within a busy professional services environment.