We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected law firm who are seeking a proactive and experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Corporate transactional team in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a professional, supportive environment while contributing to a wide range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, governance, reorganisations, and restructures. In this fast-paced and client-focused role, you will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to senior fee earners.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Comprehensive diary management, arranging meetings, calls, travel, and events, and general administrative support
2. Direct liaison with clients
3. Preparation for meetings, including preparation of pitches and presentations
4. Producing financial reports and support fee earners with the billing process
5. Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues across the business
About You:
6. Excellent English language skills (spoken and written)
7. Experienced as a Legal Secretary
8. Proven skills in Excel and PowerPoint
9. Highly organised with an eye for detail
10. A clear communicator who can manage multiple priorities with discretion
11. Adaptable, professional, and client-focused
12. Calm under pressure, resilient and proactive
What’s on Offer:
13. Competitive salary of £32,000 to £40,000 per annum + generous benefits (25 days of holiday, private medical care and health insurance, life cover…)
14. Hybrid working model (3 office days per week after probation), based in Kent (excellent commuter links from Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Crowborough, Maidstone, and surrounding areas)
15. Supportive and collaborative team culture
To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Marie-Anne.
languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.