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Legal Secretary - Commercial Dispute Resolution, Preston col-narrow-left
Client: Location: Preston, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
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Job Views: 6
Posted: 26.06.2025
Expiry Date: 10.08.2025
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Job Description: Salary up to £29,000 per annum
Excellent opportunity with a leading North West litigation team
We’re working with a highly respected law firm with offices across the North West, recruiting a Legal Secretary to join their busy Commercial Dispute Resolution team. Based in their Preston office, you’ll provide critical administrative and secretarial support to fee earners working on a range of complex dispute resolution matters. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking firm that invests in its people.
Responsibilities include:
Administer department files, including matter opening, client care letters, closing, archiving, and data updates
Ensure file compliance with regulatory standards and internal office procedures
Track critical dates, prompt fee earners where needed, and maintain accurate records
Manage billing processes, aged debt, and coordinate with the Finance team
Review file ledgers and prepare posting slips for incoming/outgoing payments
Assist with the preparation of court bundles in accordance with CPR requirements
Type dictations (via Bighand or similar) and issue correspondence under instruction
Attend meetings and take minutes when required
Draft legal documents and court forms under supervision
Coordinate meetings for fee earners, including room bookings and preparation of materials
Handle incoming calls for the team and liaise with clients on routine queries
Support with new client enquiries and engage with individuals on work experience
Train new junior staff members when requested
Liaise with external contacts such as barristers, experts, and third-party referrers
What we need from you:
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, PA, or Administrator within a law firm
Ability to commute to the office in Preston 4 days per week
The Perks:
Employee bonus scheme and company pension
Training and ongoing career development support
Medicash health plan and death in service benefit
Free Wills and discounted conveyancing services
Holiday allowance increases with length of service
Enhanced maternity pay and volunteering leave
Salary sacrifice schemes for tech, transport, and electric vehicles
Hybrid working policy and wellbeing initiatives
Regular salary reviews and promotion opportunities
Laptop, mobile phone, and full Office 365 access
Staff recognition awards and social events
If you're interested, hit that apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at [emailprotected] !
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