Job Description

We are delighted to be hiring on behalf of our client, an international law firm in an exciting growth phase, who are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Litigation team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a busy and expanding team, with a diverse range of secretarial responsibilities, in a firm known for its great culture, competitive salary, and excellent benefits package.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Join a growing international firm with exciting opportunities for career progression
2. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
3. Diverse secretarial support role for partners and fee earners

The Role

• Provide secretarial support to partners and fee earners within the Litigation team
• Assist with diary management, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Handle billing and time recording for partners and fee earners
• Support AML (Anti-Money Laundering) compliance tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain and update case files, ensuring they are organised and up to date
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and external stakeholders
• Provide general administrative support to the team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

The Person

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary within a litigation environment
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and case management
• Experience with billing, time recording, and AML compliance
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

The Rewards

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to join a dynamic and growing international firm
• Exposure to high-value litigation work and career development opportunities
• Great firm culture with a collaborative and supportive team environment

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this Legal Secretary – Litigation Team role, please contact Clare Patterson. Visit our website for a full list of legal support opportunities.

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Salary is usually negotiable; salary details listed are provided as a guide only and may vary depending on experience. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.