Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join our Private Client / Family Team at Cripps.
This is a key support role, providing our lawyers with high-quality administrative and organisational assistance so they can focus on delivering exceptional client service. You’ll play a central part in ensuring our clients receive a seamless experience — managing day-to-day operations, coordinating communications and helping the team deliver on both legal work and business development initiatives.
Main Responsibilities
1. Proactive diary and meeting management, including travel arrangements, calls, and events.
2. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal colleagues.
3. Acting as a key point of contact for clients via email, letter and telephone.
4. Preparing documentation and materials ahead of meetings, including locating and drafting documents.
5. Supporting fee earners with business development activities, including preparing presentations, proposals, and event coordination.
6. Managing incoming communications (emails, post, calls) and ensuring timely responses in the fee earners’ absence.
7. Maintaining accurate client and matter information on the firm’s systems (including CRM).
8. Producing and maintainin...