Job Description
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 our 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.
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 full-time role within a respected regional firm, we would love to hear from you.