Legal Secretary

Cpl Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Social events

Employee engagement programs

Job summary

CPL Group is recruiting a Legal Secretary to join its corporate team in Dublin. You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, handling files, billing, documentation and day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years’ experience in a corporate/legal environment, with strong organisational skills, attention to detail and excellent communication. Experience with iManage and KeyHouse is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years' experience as a Legal Secretary in a corporate environment.
• Experience supporting senior legal professionals in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience using a legal case management system such as iManage or similar.
• Experience using a legal billing system (KeyHouse or equivalent is advantageous).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal secretarial and administrative support to the corporate team.
• Manage the full lifecycle of legal files using the firm's case management system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and documentation.
• Prepare legal documents, correspondence and meeting materials.
• Coordinate monthly client billing, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Manage complex diaries, scheduling meetings and resolving conflicts.
• Liaise professionally with clients, counsel and internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare detailed itineraries.
• Process time entries and expense claims.
• Ensure all documentation is produced accurately and efficiently.
• Handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion.

Skills

Legal secretarial

Corporate environment

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

iManage

KeyHouse

Job description

Legal Secretary | Dublin

We are currently recruiting for a leading Irish commercial law firm seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its busy corporate team in Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly respected firm, working alongside experienced legal professionals on high-quality corporate matters in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Role

You will provide comprehensive legal secretarial and administrative support to the corporate team, ensuring the smooth management of files, documentation, billing and day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal secretarial and administrative support to the corporate team.
• Manage the full lifecycle of legal files using the firm's case management system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and documentation.
• Prepare legal documents, correspondence and meeting materials.
• Coordinate monthly client billing, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Manage complex diaries, scheduling meetings and resolving conflicts.
• Liaise professionally with clients, counsel and internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare detailed itineraries.
• Process time entries and expense claims.
• Ensure all documentation is produced accurately and efficiently.
• Handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• 3–5+ years' experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a Corporate department.
• Experience supporting senior legal professionals in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Experience using a legal case management system such as iManage or similar.
• Experience using a legal billing system (KeyHouse or equivalent is advantageous).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, professional and positive approach to work.

Why apply?

• Opportunity to join a leading commercial law firm with an outstanding reputation.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression.
• A collaborative, inclusive and supportive working environment.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, social events and employee engagement programmes.
• Modern office facilities and a strong team culture.