Float Legal Secretary - Private Client, Family & Conveyancing
Location: Hastings, East Sussex
My client is a well-established regional law firm seeking a highly organised and adaptable Float Legal Secretary to provide support across the Private Client, Family, and Conveyancing teams. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a professional and supportive environment with modern offices and a strong benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive secretarial support to solicitors and legal executives across multiple practice areas.
* Manage the smooth flow of documents and correspondence in and out of the departments.
* Prepare legal documents from hand‑written notes or digital dictation.
* Scan, email, and fax correspondence as required.
* Undertake file management, including opening, closing, and filing documents.
* Assist with the preparation of documents and bundles for hearings or client meetings.
* Answer and manage telephone calls, enquiries, and messages.
* Manage fee earners diaries, organising internal and external meetings.
* Provide flexible support to colleagues across the firm, covering workload fluctuations or urgent business needs.
* Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word.
* Basic knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel is desirable.
* Experience using a Practice Management System is advantageous.
* Strong telephone and communication skills.
* Highly organised with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
* Adaptable and able to work across different teams and practice areas.
What We Offer
* Modern, comfortable offices in a prime location.
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
* A supportive and professional working environment with opportunities to develop your legal secretarial skills across multiple areas of law.
If you are a motivated and experienced legal secretary looking for a varied and flexible role within a respected regional firm, we would love to hear from you.
Apply with your CV or better, call Morgan Webb in our Tunbridge Wells offices to discuss.
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