At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide secretarial support in a busy litigation team and manage client communications.
- Company: Join a leading law firm with a strong reputation in Belfast.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Supportive team culture with opportunities for career development.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a professional environment with excellent career prospects.
- Qualifications: Previous legal secretarial experience and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Nixon McQuade are working with a leading law firm who are seeking to appoint an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy litigation team. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong legal secretarial experience who wants to work within a professional, well-established team handling a varied litigation caseload.
The role would suit someone who is confident with document production, diary management, client communication and providing day-to-day support to fee earners. The successful candidate will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support across a busy litigation department, working closely with solicitors and wider support teams.
The Role
- Providing secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within a litigation team
- Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents, correspondence and court papers
- Audio typing and digital dictation
- Managing diaries, arranging meetings and assisting with deadlines
- Opening, maintaining and closing client files
- Liaising with clients, counsel, courts, experts and other parties
- Preparing bundles, briefs and documentation for hearings
- Supporting with billing, file management and general administration
- Ensuring all work is completed accurately and within required timeframes
The Person
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal PA or Litigation Secretary
- Strong typing and document production skills
- Experience supporting litigation, insurance, defence, personal injury or general dispute resolution teams would be beneficial
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Confident communication skills and a professional manner
- Ability to work well under pressure in a busy legal environment
- Good IT skills and experience using case management systems
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected litigation team with strong long-term career prospects, a supportive working environment and exposure to high-quality legal work. Benefits include:
- Hybrid working / flexible working options
- Private medical / health insurance support
- Generous annual leave allowance
For further information on this vacancy, please apply via the link provided or contact Steafan McKenna in the strictest confidence.
Legal Secretary Litigation | Belfast | £32k DOE employer: Nixon McQuade
Nixon McQuade is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in Belfast for Legal Secretaries within a busy litigation team. With a focus on employee growth, the firm provides opportunities for career progression, hybrid working options, and a generous benefits package including private medical insurance and ample annual leave, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
