Location: Plymouth
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time or Part-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Role:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a highly regarded and award-winning Litigation Department at an established law firm in Plymouth.
The successful candidate will join a friendly, professional and supportive team, providing essential secretarial and administrative assistance whilst contributing to the continued development of the department.
This position offers flexible working arrangements, with part-time hours and working days considered.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Litigation Department.
- Preparing, formatting and managing legal documents and correspondence.
- Liaising with clients and maintaining excellent professional relationships.
- Managing diaries, appointments and departmental administration.
- Supporting fee earners with the efficient management of their workload.
- Ensuring deadlines are met and maintaining accurate records.
- Assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the department.
About You:
- Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary or within a legal environment.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads.
- Confident IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office.
- A professional, approachable manner and commitment to excellent client care.
- The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a team.
- An enthusiastic and proactive approach to supporting a busy legal department.
- Previous experience within maritime law would be advantageous but is not essential.
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Flexible working hours, with full-time and part-time arrangements considered.
- Enhanced annual leave and additional holiday for long service.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support.
- Coaching, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
- Modern offices in an attractive waterfront location in Plymouth.
- Regular social events and team activities.
- Staff discounts on legal services.
- A welcoming, supportive and inclusive working environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a respected specialist department within a friendly and progressive law firm.
Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
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Legal Secretary – Litigation Department in Plymouth employer: Legal Southwest Ltd
Join a long-established and highly regarded law firm in the beautiful coastal town of Looe, where you will be valued as part of a close-knit team that prioritises collaboration and community engagement. With flexible working arrangements to accommodate personal commitments, this role offers a supportive environment for professional growth while managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload. Experience the satisfaction of making legal processes accessible for clients and enjoy the autonomy of leading the Looe office within a firm known for its friendly and approachable service.
