Private Client Paralegal

G2 Legal; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Brighton is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary/Administrator to support a senior Partner and assist the corporate team. The ideal candidate will have a background in corporate law, excel in administrative tasks, and possess exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include managing billing, preparing documents, and providing high-level support in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity in a dynamic legal office.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary, preferably in corporate law.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of business priorities.
• Excellent administrative and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to a senior Partner.
• Assist the wider fee-earning team.
• Manage monthly billing and financial administration.
• Prepare documents and manage files.
• Perform audio typing and draft correspondence.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Excel

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Fast, accurate typing skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Tools

Legal billing systems

Case management systems

Job description

Job Description

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Administrator to join its busy Corporate team based in a friendly central Brighton office. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.

The Role

You will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to a senior Partner in Brighton, while also assisting the wider fee-earning team in London. Responsibilities will include:

• Managing monthly billing and financial administration
• General file management and document preparation
• Audio typing and drafting correspondence
• Supporting case management processes

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience as a legal secretary, ideally within corporate or commercial law (other legal areas considered)
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of business priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Fast, accurate typing skills, including audio typing
• Experience with legal billing and case management systems
• Excellent administrative and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication
• Professional, confident approach with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable and eager to develop with...