Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary

Manchester

Circa £30k

Hybrid after settling in period

Legal Secretary - Personal Injury Department

About the Firm: Our client, a distinguished law firm, is currently seeking a highly skilled Legal Secretary to join their Personal Injury department. This role is suited to a hands-on professional who excels in client interaction, file management, and providing comprehensive secretarial support within a legal environment.

Position Overview: The successful candidate will work closely with the Personal Injury team, taking on key responsibilities such as time recording, dictation, note-taking, assembling legal bundles, and managing day-to-day secretarial tasks. This position offers a hybrid working model, with three days in the office and two days working from home, following an initial period of full-time office work to ensure a smooth transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate client communications, ensuring professionalism and responsiveness.
• Assist in the preparation and formatting of legal documents and correspondence.
• Handle time recording and maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
• Provide dictation, note-taking, and general secretarial support to solicitors.
• Assemble and manage legal bundles and maintain organised filing systems.
• Support in-office operations and liaise with external stakeholders as needed.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a Personal Injury department.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in time recording systems and dictation software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and document preparation.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote after the initial settling period.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a reputable law firm.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

For more information apply today or send your CV directly to amy.breslin@medlockpartners.com