Key Responsibilities
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1. Providing secretarial support to solicitors across Private Client, Commercial, and other departments as required
2. Audio typing of legal correspondence, documents, and forms (essential)
3. Preparing and amending legal documentation with accuracy and attention to detail
4. Diary management, booking appointments, and coordinating meetings
5. Handling telephone calls, taking messages, and liaising with clients professionally
6. Assisting with file opening, closing, archiving, and general administrative duties
7. Supporting compliance with firm procedures and legal protocols
Requirements:
8. Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a legal secretary (multi-disciplinary exposure preferred)
9. Strong audio typing skills with fast, accurate output
10. Confident using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
11. Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal skills
12. Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider support team
13. Experience in Private Client and/or Commercial departments is highly desirable
Why Apply?
14. Join a well-regarded Bolton-based practice with a friendly and supportive team
15. Long-term, stable role with variety across different areas of law
16. Full-time, office-based position in a central location
17. Competitive salary and benefits, dependent on experience
If you’re an experienced legal secretary looking for your next role in a traditional yet progressive legal environment, I’d love to speak with you.
Apply now or get in touch with Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge Legal for a confidential discussion.