Legal Secretary - Litigation

Brook Street; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Legal Litigation Secretary for a busy practice in Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in litigation and family law, with strong typing skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities include providing administrative support, drafting legal documents, and maintaining case files. Competitive salary ranges from £26,000 to £27,000, and the firm offers a supportive working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for long-term career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 year's experience as a Legal Secretary in litigation and family law.
• Strong knowledge of court procedures and legal processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to solicitors in litigation and family law.
• Draft, prepare, and format legal documents, correspondence, and court forms.
• Handle client communication with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Maintain, organise, and update case files.
• Schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings.

Skills

Excellent typing skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

Brook Street Recruitment is working on behalf of our client in South Belfast to recruit an experienced Legal Litigation Secretary to join their busy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking for a long-term role within a supportive and friendly firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to solicitors in litigation and family law
• Draft, prepare, and format legal documents, correspondence, and court forms
• Handle client communication with professionalism and confidentiality
• Maintain, organise, and update case files (both electronic and paper-based)
• Schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings
• Carry out general office duties to ensure the smooth running of the practice

Requirements

• Minimum 3 year's experience as a Legal Secretary in litigation and family law (essential)
• Strong knowledge of court procedures and legal processes
• Excellent typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication, time-management, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£26,000-£27,000, depending on experience)
• Supportive and welcoming working environment
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

Please send CV to Colleen via the apply link

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.