Legal Secretary (12-Month FTC)
Salary: £47,000 - £52,000
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 4 days in the office (Monday to Thursday), Friday from home
Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Legal Secretary to join their private funds department on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a dynamic team of fee-earners in a collaborative and professional environment.
About the Role:
You’ll provide dedicated secretarial and administrative support to a group of 14 professionals, including partners, counsel, associates, paralegals, and trainees. This position requires someone with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Diary and email management for partners and fee-earners.
* Organising meetings and travel arrangements.
* Copy-typing and digital dictation.
* Drafting emails and correspondence for approval.
* Processing expenses.
* Assisting with billing and finance tasks.
* Updating client contact details.
* Handling client enquiries and routine calls.
* Amending and formatting legal documents and agreements.
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or PA in a City law firm.
* Strong proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Excellent document production skills and attention to detail.
* Confident communicator at all levels, both written and verbal.
* Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently.
* Friendly, professional, and resilient under pressure.
* Strong client service orientation and team spirit.
Training and Development:
The firm offers a wide range of technical and soft skills training, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are committed to equal opportunities and actively seek applications from all sectors of the community, irrespective of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All applications are dealt with in strictest confidence and will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.