At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential support to a busy Litigation team and manage client communications.
- Company: Join a respected law firm with a collaborative and friendly culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Enjoy regular social events and a valued contribution to the team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced legal setting while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Previous experience as a Legal Secretary and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Legal Secretary
Litigation Full-Time | Permanent | Up to £32,000 (DOE) TSR Legal is delighted to be working with a highly regarded and long-established law firm in Wiltshire that is looking to appoint a Legal Secretary to join its busy Litigation team on the outskirts of Swindon.
This is an excellent opportunity for a legal secretary who enjoys working in a varied and fast-paced environment, providing high-quality support to fee earners while delivering an exceptional service to clients.
The Opportunity Joining a collaborative and supportive Litigation department, you will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the team.
You'll be involved in a broad range of secretarial and administrative responsibilities, supporting lawyers across a varied caseload and acting as a key point of contact for clients and third parties.
This role would suit someone who thrives on organisation, enjoys building relationships and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
Key Responsibilities Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Litigation team.
Managing fee earners' diaries, appointments and meetings.
Preparing correspondence using digital dictation and ensuring documents are accurately produced.
Opening and maintaining files on the case management system.
Preparing electronic court bundles and legal documentation.
Screening calls, managing enquiries and providing an excellent first point of contact for clients.
Liaising with courts, barristers, experts and other third parties.
Assisting with billing, file closures and archiving.
Monitoring emails, post and client communications, ensuring matters are prioritised appropriately.
Updating spreadsheets and case management systems with accurate information.
Chasing outstanding client payments where required.
Providing support across the wider department and assisting with reception cover when needed.
About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills with a professional and friendly approach.
Exceptional attention to detail.
The ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage a varied workload.
Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
A proactive attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A genuine commitment to providing excellent client service.
Desirable Experience While not essential, the following would be advantageous: Experience supporting a Litigation department.
Legal Secretary Level 2 Certificate or Diploma.
Experience preparing court bundles and legal documents.
Knowledge of legal compliance, confidentiality requirements and the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
What's on Offer?
Salary up to £32,000, depending on experience.
Full-time, permanent position.
A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for training and long-term career development.
A respected law firm with an excellent reputation across the region.
A comprehensive benefits package and regular staff social events.
The opportunity to join a team where your contribution is genuinely valued.
If you're an organised and proactive Legal Secretary looking to join a well-established Litigation team where you can continue to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Rachel Phillips at TSR Legal for a confidential discussion about this opportunity : 02920 388100.
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