Chichester, United Kingdom | Posted on 25/02/2026
Experienced Personal Injury Legal Secretary
Greater Portsmouth Area – Full Time, Office Based
We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, claimant-focused firm in Portsmouth as they look to appoint an experienced Personal Injury Legal Secretary to support their busy team.
The Role
You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within a thriving Personal Injury department handling serious injury claims on a no-win, no-fee basis. Typical duties will include:
* Audio and copy typing of correspondence, forms, schedules and legal documents.
* Managing diaries, arranging appointments, and organising meetings and conferences with clients, counsel and experts.
* Preparing, maintaining and archiving client files, including opening, closing and electronic filing.
* Assisting with case preparation, including court bundles, medical evidence and other supporting documentation for cases like road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, brain/spinal injuries, and catastrophic claims.
* Handling incoming calls and emails, dealing with routine queries and providing an excellent client experience with a focus on rehabilitation and support.
* General administrative support such as photocopying, scanning, post and billing administration.
About You
The successful candidate will:
* Have solid experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Personal Injury or Clinical Negligence
* Possess fast, accurate audio typing and strong IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
* Be highly organised, able to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced team.
* Have a professional, confident manner with clients, colleagues and external parties.
* Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a proactive, team-focused approach.
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary dependent on experience.
* Supportive and friendly working environment within a reputable Portsmouth firm praised for client-first approaches and high-value settlements.
* A varied and interesting caseload across road traffic accidents, slips/trips, medical negligence, fatal accidents, and more, with opportunities to develop your skills in Personal Injury work.
How to Apply
To discuss this Personal Injury Legal Secretary role in confidence, or to request further details, please contact Sabina with your CV. All applications will be handled discreetly and the hiring firm will remain confidential until interview stage.
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