Litigation Secretary - Join a Leading Legal 500 Firm
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in Litigation, or an accomplished secretary looking to move into a busy legal environment? Our client, a highly regarded Legal 500 firm, is seeking a proactive and organised Litigation Secretary to join its established team in Nottingham.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and collaborative firm that values its people, offering ongoing training, genuine career progression, and flexible hybrid working.
The Role
Working closely with solicitors and fee earners, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of a busy Litigation department. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence
- Audio and copy typing
- Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings
- Opening and closing client files
- Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and third parties
- Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally
- Managing digital filing systems and maintaining accurate records
- Supporting fee earners with billing, expenses, and other administrative tasks
- Assisting with general day-to-day departmental administration
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Litigation, although candidates from other legal disciplines or those with strong secretarial experience are encouraged to apply
- Excellent typing, IT, and document formatting skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- A proactive, flexible, and professional approach
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Genuine opportunities for internal progression
- The chance to work within a highly respected Legal 500 firm
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Excellent benefits package
- Long-term career prospects within an established and successful firm
Legal Secretary Litigation in Nottingham employer: SK Professionals Ltd
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