Litigation Legal Secretary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 18 days ago, valid for 5 days

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Full Time

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A leading law firm in Birmingham is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary with a salary range of £28K-£30K.
The position is permanent and full-time, requiring a minimum of 2 years of prior experience as a Legal PA or Secretary.
Responsibilities include managing diaries and emails, drafting legal documents, and handling client communications.
The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to support Partners and Legal Advisors within a high-performing team.

Legal SecretaryLocation: Birmingham / Office BasedSalary: £28K-£30KContract: Permanent, Full-TimeExperience Level: IntermediateA leading law firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join their high-performing team in Birmingham.This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal secretary or PA to provide full support to Partners and Legal Advisors, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.About the RoleIn this fast-paced and varied position, you'll deliver a full range of Legal Secretarial duties and services, including:

Full diary and email management
Drafting correspondence and legal documents
Document production and complex amendments
Client file management, including opening/closing and compliance checks
Organising travel and meetings for legal professionals
Handling client communications and document dispatch, including DocuSign
Financial admin support, such as expenses and cheque requisitions
Supporting the wider team with cover during absences

This role requires a forward-thinking, highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a professional, team-focused attitude.What We’re Looking For

Prior experience as a Legal PA or Secretary - Essential 2 years minimum (those without this unfortunately will not be considered)
Excellent document production skills, particularly in Word
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
A proactive and professional approach with strong organisational skills
Strong IT skills – Outlook, Word, digital dictation (PowerPoint/Excel a plus)
Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Legal Secretary / PA who - please apply within or send your CV to rio@douglas-scott.co.

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