Litigation Legal Secretary in Birmingham

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:

• Full diary and email management
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents
• Document production and complex amendments
• Client file management, including opening/closing and compliance checks
• Organising travel and meetings for legal professionals
• Handling client communications and document dispatch, including DocuSign
• Financial admin support, such as expenses and cheque requisitions
• 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

• Prior experience as a Legal PA or Secretary - Essential 2 years minimum (those without this unfortunately will not be considered)
• Excellent document production skills, particularly in Word
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• A proactive and professional approach with strong organisational skills
• Strong IT skills – Outlook, Word, digital dictation (PowerPoint/Excel a plus)
• 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 or send your CV to rio@douglas-scott.co.