Legal Secretary - Litigation - New Role - Belfast

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Belfast is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a leading firm, providing essential support in litigation or family law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal documentation, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. With a competitive salary and various incentives, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment. Flexibility in working hours adds to the appeal, making this role an exciting prospect for legal professionals.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Competitive Salary

Various Incentives

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Experience in Litigation or Family law is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Typing and preparing various legal documents and correspondence.
• Managing appointments and maintaining records for the solicitor.
• Supporting the legal team as required.

Skills

Typing

Audio Typing

Court Document Preparation

Effective Communication

Time Management

Diary Management

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Legal Secretary - Litigation - New Role - Belfast, Belfast

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Client:

Vanrath

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description

VANRATH are assisting a leading firm in Belfast City Centre with the recruitment of a Legal Secretary.

The role will be performed within Monday - Friday (Flexibility available if required) - Based in Belfast City Centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity for any legal secretary with relevant experience to establish themselves within a top firm that looks after and gives various incentives to their staff. This is a top firm.

Successful Candidate will work within Family or Litigation.

Fully Negotiable + / highly competitive rate of pay (Negotiable) + Great benefits & Flexibility....

Responsibilities

• All forms of typing / audio typing - letters, faxes, memos, emails, documents,
• Preparation of Court documents and Briefs.
• Preparation of documents and filing of statutory returns
• Making telephone calls and receiving telephone messages on behalf of the solicitor
• Sending and receiving e-mail messages on behalf of the solicitor,
• Making appointments, keeping records and contacts up to date,
• Filing, faxing and photocopying duties, keeping records up to date,
• Being a support to the firm and the wider team, as and when required.

The Ideal Person

• Essential - at least 1 years' experience in a Legal Secretary position
• Litigation or Family Experience preferred
• Defence Litigation experience is preferred
• Effective time management - prioritise work for solicitor,
• Diary management,
• Good communication skills and telephone manner