Legal Secretary (litigation)

Executive Network Legal; Bedford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Bedfordshire is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for a temporary role with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support, handle legal documentation, and ensure efficient department operations. Join a reputable team where initiative and skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience as a legal secretary, ideally in property litigation.
• Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to solicitors in litigation.
• Audio and copy typing legal documents.
• Managing files and liaising with clients and courts.

Skills

Strong typing skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Tools

Legal software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Secretary (Litigation), Bedfordshire, Temporary 2-month role with strong extension potential, £26,000+ (DOE) Pro Rata, JOB REF:0181

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary seeking your next opportunity in a supportive and reputable firm? We’re looking for a proactive, organised, and professional Legal Secretary to join a well-established firm in Bedfordshire.

In this role, you’ll provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to solicitors, helping ensure the smooth running of the department. You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team where your skills and initiative are valued.

THE ROLE:

- You’ll be providing vital secretarial and administrative support to solicitors dealing with a broad range of litigation matters, mainly property litigation.
- Audio and copy typing legal documents and correspondence
- Preparing and amending client documentation
- Diary management and arranging appointments
- Liaising with clients, courts, and external bodies
- Managing files, opening and closing matters
- Assisting with billing and time recording

SKILLS REQUIRED:

- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within a property litigation department
- Strong typing and administrative skills
- Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality
- A friendly and professional manner when dealing with clients
- Confident using legal software and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

For more information, or for this role contact Alicia Forde on # 454 # or email # will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

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