Legal Secretary - Litigation Dept - Manchester
21 days ago
Norwich
Legal Secretary – Litigation DepartmentLocation: Hale, ManchesterSalary: Competitive (DOE)Benefits: Comprehensive employee benefits package including bonus scheme Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a modern, forward-thinking law firm where your contribution is genuinely valued? We're recruiting for a Litigation Legal Secretary to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support within a busy and successful Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment, takes pride in producing accurate work, and thrives as part of a collaborative team.The Role As a Legal Secretary, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Litigation department, providing first-class support to fee earners while also assisting with wider administrative and operational duties across the firm when required. This is a varied position offering plenty of responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and client service.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Providing comprehensive secretarial support to the Litigation team.\n, • Audio typing and preparing legal correspondence, documents and reports.\n, • Managing diaries, appointments and general administrative tasks.\n, • Opening new client files and maintaining accurate case records.\n, • Handling incoming telephone calls professionally and directing enquiries appropriately.\n, • Providing reception cover when required.\n, • Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the office.\n, • Supporting the Office Manager with administrative and operational tasks.\n, • Maintaining high levels of client care and confidentiality at all times.\nAbout You We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and enjoys working as part of a supportive legal team. You'll ideally have:\n\n, • At least 2 years' experience working as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within a law firm.\n, • Excellent audio typing and document production skills.\n, • Strong communication and client care abilities.\n, • Previous experience using a legal case management system.\n, • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.\n, • Confidence managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.\n, • A positive, professional and approachable manner.\n, • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.\nWhat's on Offer In addition to joining a supportive and ambitious law firm, you'll benefit from an excellent employee rewards package, including:\n\n, • Competitive salary (DOE)\n, • Annual bonus scheme (up to 10% of salary, subject to scheme rules)\n, • Private healthcare benefits, including GP access, dental, optical and physiotherapy contributions\n, • Company pension\n, • Death in service benefit\n, • PureGym membership\n, • Birthday off\n, • Annual flu vaccination\n, • Annual eye and hearing tests\n, • Employee counselling service\n, • Monthly in-office massages\n, • Sick pay scheme\n, • Pet insurance\n, • Free residential conveyancing\n, • Lifestyle benefits including Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime and Apple News+\n, • A supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for personal and professional development\n If you're an experienced Legal Secretary looking to take the next step in your legal support career with a progressive law firm that values its people, we'd love to hear from you.