Litigation Legal Secretary
Birmingham – £28,000 - £30,000
Legal Secretary
Location: Birmingham / Office Based
Salary: £28K-£30K
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Experience Level: Intermediate
A leading law firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join their high-performing team in Birmingham.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal secretary or PA to provide full support to Partners and Legal Advisors, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.
About the Role
In this fast-paced and varied position, you'll deliver a full range of Legal Secretarial duties and services, including:
1. Full diary and email management
2. Drafting correspondence and legal documents
3. Document production and complex amendments
4. Client file management, including opening/closing and compliance checks
5. Organising travel and meetings for legal professionals
6. Handling client communications and document dispatch, including DocuSign
7. Financial admin support, such as expenses and cheque requisitions
8. Supporting the wider team with cover during absences
This role requires a forward-thinking, highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a professional, team-focused attitude.
What We’re Looking For
9. Prior experience as a Legal PA or Secretary - Essential 2 years minimum (those without this unfortunately will not be considered)
10. Excellent document production skills, particularly in Word
11. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
12. A proactive and professional approach with strong organisational skills
13. Strong IT skills – Outlook, Word, digital dictation (PowerPoint/Excel a plus)
14. Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Legal Secretary / PA who - please apply within