Legal Secretary
Plymouth
Full-Time, Monday – Friday 09.00 am – 5.00 pm (Part-Time Hours can also be considered) | Permanent Contract
Salary circa £25,000 per annum
An award-winning, Legal 500 team is seeking an accomplished Legal Secretary to join its highly regarded department in Plymouth.
This is a specialist team known for excellence, precision, and exceptional client care. The role is very much a true secretarial support role, with digital dictation included. The role offers the opportunity to become a trusted and integral support to a senior fee earner within a respected practice.
The Opportunity
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and professional delivery of legal services within a busy team. From managing complex documentation and correspondence to maintaining impeccable client service standards, you will be central to the team’s success.
This is primarily an office-based position to support close team collaboration. Full-time is preferred; however, part-time arrangements will be considered for the right individual.
The Ideal Candidate
You will be an experienced Legal Secretary who:
* Has solid experience within a legal practice (litigation or marine/shipping experience advantageous but not essential)
* Demonstrates discretion, professionalism, and sound judgement
* Possesses exceptional organisational skills and thrives in a deadline-driven environment
* Maintains meticulous attention to detail
* Communicates confidently and professionally with clients and colleagues
* Works proactively, anticipating needs and taking initiative
* Is confident using case management systems and standard legal IT packages
* Takes pride in delivering consistently high standards of client service
* This role would suit someone who values quality over chaos, someone who enjoys being relied upon and takes genuine satisfaction in supporting complex legal work.
What’s on Offer
* Enhanced annual leave entitlement
* Additional leave for long service
* Company pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental health and wellbeing support
* Coaching and mentoring
* Modern office environment in a prime Plymouth location
* A collaborative, supportive and inclusive culture