At a Glance
- Tasks: Support legal teams by drafting documents, managing diaries, and coordinating travel.
- Company: Dynamic law firm with a focus on dispute resolution and trademarks.
- Benefits: Flexible working with a mix of remote and London-based opportunities.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and develop your skills in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Qualifications: GCSE English and Maths, strong Microsoft Office skills, and legal secretary experience.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
The Dispute Resolution, Transactions & Trademarks support team is instrumental to the business, supporting fee earners and clients with drafting and formatting legal documents, managing prompt lists and databases, and inbox and diary management. As Legal Secretary, you will provide full PA and administrative support to approximately six fee earners of mixed seniority, working closely with an Admin Assistant, and reporting to the Team Leader.
Key Responsibilities
- Meet regularly with allocated fee earners to review progress and discuss outstanding matters
- Manage inboxes and diaries, including scheduling meetings, preparing papers, and coordinating logistics
- Arrange extensive international travel itineraries
- Prepare invoices, including reviewing narratives, verifying client details, and liaising with the accounts team
- Monitor e-workspaces/inboxes and manage files independently when fee earners are away
- Attend team and practice group meetings
- Manage files, including liaising with Records, updating special instructions, and maintaining the DMS
- Create and maintain intranet content
- Prepare official forms and monitor daily prompt schedules
- Draft and amend letters, emails, and court documents to a consistently high standard
- Apply up-to-date client special instructions
Skills & Experience
- GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Demonstrable experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a law firm litigation department
- Recognised secretarial qualification
Legal Secretary in City of London employer: IP Support, The Law Support Group
Join a leading professional services firm in London that values collaboration and employee development. With a supportive team environment, competitive salary, and the flexibility of hybrid working, this role as a Legal Biller offers you the chance to thrive in a fast-paced setting while contributing to continuous improvements in billing processes. You'll be part of a high-performing team that prioritises exceptional service delivery, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
IP Support, The Law Support Group Recruitment Team
