At a Glance
- Tasks: Support busy litigation solicitors with secretarial and administrative tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Prestigious national law firm known for its collaborative culture and client-focused approach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, ongoing training, and attractive employee benefits.
- Other info: Flexible work-life balance and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a high-performing team and make a real impact in the legal field.
- Qualifications: Experience in legal secretarial roles with strong typing and IT skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Our client is a prestigious national law firm with a strong UK presence and a growing Litigation team in Belfast. Known for its collaborative culture, client-focused approach, and commitment to staff development, the firm offers structured training, a supportive working environment, and a flexible hybrid working model. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Litigation Secretary to join a high-performing team and play a key role in supporting busy litigation solicitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to litigation solicitors
- Produce high-quality legal documents, correspondence, court forms, and bundles, including high-volume typing and audio-typing
- Format, proofread, and prepare documents in line with firm templates and house style
- Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence and emails on behalf of fee earners
- Maintain accurate and well-organised case files, both paper-based and electronic
- Assist with diary management, scheduling meetings, court dates, and appointments
- Prepare and serve court bundles and litigation documentation as required
- Handle client and professional telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner
- Provide general administrative support to the wider team as required
Essential Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in a legal secretarial or litigation support role within a law firm
- Excellent typing and audio-typing skills with strong attention to detail and formatting
- Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel (case management system experience advantageous)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines
- Highly organised, professional, and proactive approach
Desirable
- Familiarity with litigation terminology and court procedures
- Experience with digital bundle preparation and e-filing systems
Whats on Offer
- Competitive salary of up to £30,000 per annum
- Hybrid working model offering flexibility and improved work-life balance
- Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development opportunities
- Pension and attractive employee benefits package
If you would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Orla Milligan. At Pathway, we treat all applications with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. In line with GDPR regulations, your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes, stored securely and never shared without your consent. You can request to have your data removed at any time.
Litigation Legal Secretary TLNT1_NI in Belfast employer: Pathway Legal
Join a prestigious national law firm in Belfast, where you will thrive in a collaborative culture that prioritises client focus and staff development. With a competitive salary of up to £30,000 and a flexible hybrid working model, this role offers not only a supportive environment but also structured training and ongoing growth opportunities, making it an ideal place for experienced Litigation Secretaries seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
