Secretary – Litigation (Personal Injury/Recovery)
Location: Bournemouth, BH7 6BQ
Salary: £25,000 per annum + Benefits!
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Join a Leading Legal Team!
We’re looking for an organised, proactive, and confident Secretary to join our Litigation (Personal Injury/Recovery) department.
About the Role
This is a great opportunity for someone with solid secretarial experience who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys supporting a busy team of Fee Earners and Partners!
As a key member of the department, you’ll provide essential administrative and typing support to ensure the smooth running of daily operations. You’ll play a vital role in helping to provide an exceptional service to clients.
In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll:
- Prepare correspondence and legal documents through audio typing and word processing, including letters, forms, witness statements, and case documents.
- Manage filing efficiently — opening and closing.
- Handle incoming calls with professionalism, liaising confidently with clients, Counsel, and other parties.
- Assist with case preparation, including booking Counsel, preparing Court bundles, and taking witness statements.
- Carry out photocopying, scanning, and other general administrative tasks.
- Record and input time accurately.
- Work collaboratively with other secretaries and the wider legal team to ensure deadlines are met.
- Always maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling client and firm information.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Experienced – previous experience as a Secretary is essential.
- Highly organised – able to prioritise tasks, work under pressure, and manage competing deadlines.
- Technically strong – excellent audio typing and word-processing skills with speed and accuracy.
- Professional and confident – with a clear telephone manner and excellent written communication skills.
- Team-oriented – flexible, supportive, and positive, with the ability to work collaboratively.
- Detail-focused – ensuring accuracy in all work and maintaining excellent file management.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Varied, interesting workload in a well-respected law firm
Apply Now
If you’re a motivated Secretary with strong organisational and communication skills and want to be part of a respected and growing legal team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and take the next step in your legal career!
No agencies please.
