Secretary - Litigation (Personal Injury/Recovery)

Secretary – Litigation (Personal Injury/Recovery)

Location: Bournemouth, BH7 6BQ
Salary: £25,000 per annum + Benefits! 
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Join a Leading Legal Team! 

We’re looking for an organised, proactive, and confident Secretary to join our Litigation (Personal Injury/Recovery) department!

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for someone with solid secretarial experience who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys supporting a busy team of Fee Earners and Partners! 

As a key member of the department, you’ll provide essential administrative and typing support to ensure the smooth running of daily operations. You’ll play a vital role in helping to provide an exceptional service to clients.

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll:

•  Prepare correspondence and legal documents through audio typing and word processing, including letters, forms, witness statements, and case documents.
•  Manage filing efficiently — opening and closing.
•  Handle incoming calls with professionalism, liaising confidently with clients, Counsel, and other parties.
•  Assist with case preparation, including booking Counsel, preparing Court bundles, and taking witness statements.
•  Carry out photocopying, scanning, and other general administrative tasks.
•  Record and input time accurately.
•  Work collaboratively with other secretaries and the wider legal team to ensure deadlines are met.
•  Always maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling client and firm information.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

•  Experienced – previous experience as a Secretary is essential.
•  Highly organised – able to prioritise tasks, work under pressure, and manage competing deadlines.
•  Technically strong – excellent audio typing and word-processing skills with speed and accuracy.
•  Professional and confident – with a clear telephone manner and excellent written communication skills.
•  Team-oriented – flexible, supportive, and positive, with the ability to work collaboratively.
•  Detail-focused – ensuring accuracy in all work and maintaining excellent file management.

What We Offer

•  Competitive salary (DOE)
•  Supportive, friendly team environment
•  Varied, interesting workload in a well-respected law firm

Apply Now

If you’re a motivated Secretary with strong organisational and communication skills and want to be part of a respected and growing legal team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and take the next step in your legal career! 

No agencies please.