28 Legal Secretary jobs in Surrey

Legal Secretary

Central London

30,000 - 33,000 + training + development + hybrid

Are you a secretary, looking to advance your career with a fast-paced, dynamic law firm, operating in central London, where you will receive excellent training and the potential for career progression?

Are you from a legal background, looking to work for a highly successful, energetic law firm who provide a brilliant working environment, and are committed to their employees job satisfaction and supporting your personal and professional development?

On offer is an excellent opportunity to step into a varied role, with a company whose main priority is always to maintain its friendly, positive and proactive culture, whilst being committed to continual growth. You will be working for a firm who have an enviable reputation in the legal services market, in a role that offers training, progression and the possibility of hybrid working.

The role involves supporting partners, solicitors, and a trainee in a busy private client team-helping set up and manage files, handling emails and calls, preparing invoices, and keeping the document system organised.

This role would suit someone with some secretarial experience in a legal environment that is looking to join a tight knit team in a long term role.

The Role:

• General legal administration duties
• Support partners and solicitors
• General office administration duties

The Person

• Legal background
• Relevant experience in a similar role
• Commutable to Central London

Keywords: Legal Secretary, Team Assistant, Probate Executive, Law, Law Firm, Paralegal, Training, Progression, Central London

Reference Number: BBBH20273

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Job Title: Legal Secretary
Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Salary: Competitive OTE

Are you passionate about the legal sector and seeking an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic team as a Legal Secretary! We are looking for an experienced and highly organised individual to support our busy team.

Key Responsibilities:
In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for:

• Typing from audio dictation: Accurately transcribing legal documents and communications.

• Preparation of legal documents and court forms: Ensuring all paperwork is completed to a high standard.

• Creating electronic court bundles: Compiling and organising necessary documents for court submissions.

• Diary management: Coordinating meetings and client appointments using Microsoft Outlook.

• General administrative tasks: Filing, scanning, photocopying, and e-filing to keep our operations running smoothly.

• Client interaction: Meeting and greeting clients, verifying identification documents, and providing a warm welcome.

• Telephone liaison: Handling queries with clients, courts, and third parties professionally and efficiently.

Who You Are:
To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Experience: Recent and comprehensive background in Family & Matrimonial Law within a legal environment.

• organisational skills: Ability to work proactively and manage multiple tasks in a busy, sometimes pressurised setting.

• Client-focused approach: A sensitive and compassionate demeanour when dealing with clients.

• Technical proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with the LEAP management system is a plus.

• Team player: Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful legal matters that make a difference in people's lives.

• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who value collaboration and innovation.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for development and advancement within a thriving practise.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and join a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in Family Law, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:
Send us your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what makes you the perfect fit for this role. We can't wait to meet you!

Note: This position reports directly to the Partner and is based in Worthing, West Sussex. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our clients!

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An exciting new opening has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary within the field of Private Client law for our client based in Kent.

You must have experience of working within a Private Client, Wills and Probate department, preferably a minimum of 2 years.

You will be required to provide full secretarial support to an experienced Fee Earner and potentially others within the department as and when needed.

Experience to include:

• Opening and closing files
• Audio and copy typing experience
• Have experience of working on a case management system and inputting data

Candidate criteria:

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a legal secretary within the field of private client
• Have good client care skills
• Have good communication skills on the telephone and in person
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office.

Benefits to include:

• Salary is in the region of 25,000 - 29,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Regular social events
• Employee assistance program

If you would like to be considered, please contact Owen at Eclectic Recruitment

Legal Secretary – Commercial Property

Surrey | Up to £32,000 | Full-Time, Office-Based

I’m working with a well-established law firm in Surrey that is looking to hire a Legal Secretary to join their busy Commercial Property team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal secretary with strong property experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, professional environment. You’ll be supporting a friendly and approachable team of fee earners, playing a key role in the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

The role will involve:

• Providing full secretarial and administrative support to the Commercial Property team
• Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence
• Diary management, arranging meetings and appointments
• Liaising with clients, agents, and other solicitors
• Assisting with land registry searches and SDLT submissions
• Opening and closing files in accordance with compliance procedures

About you:

• Previous experience as a legal secretary, ideally within property (commercial or residential)
• Confident typing and document production skills (digital dictation experience preferred)
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• A professional, client-focused approach
• Comfortable supporting multiple fee earners in a team-based environment

Salary:

Up to £32,000 depending on experience. This role is full-time and based in the office.

If you’re looking for a long-term move within a reputable firm that values its support staff, I’d love to hear from you.

Excellent opportunity to work with a highly successful solicitors in their litigation & employment team. You will be based in their central Wokingham office (no parking) and this role is purely office based.

Your role:

• Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Litigation and Employment teams
• Format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and court papers
• Organise and manage case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and up to date
• Audio and copy typing of correspondence, legal documents and transcriptions with a high level of accuracy
• Manage solicitors' diaries, arrange meetings, and schedule appointments efficiently
• Coordinate court filings, deadlines, and other important dates, ensuring that key tasks are completed on time
• Communicate professionally with clients, counsel, and third parties, ensuring a high level of customer service
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive legal matters with discretion
• Support with general administrative duties, including the preparation of reports and billing and invoicing

The person:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in litigation and/or employment law
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document management
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in audio and copy typing with fast and accurate typing speed
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on client care
• Experience in managing calendars, meetings, and court dates effectively
• Familiarity with modern IT systems; experience with Tikit (PW4/Partner for Windows) is a plus, though not essential
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information with integrity

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a great work environment.

For more information call Sharon Tanner on (phone number removed) or apply

Legal Secretarial roles

PA - £32,000

Senior Legal Secretary - £0,000

Legal Secretary - 8,000 (minimum 1 year’s experience)

Guildford area

Full time permanent

Office based

Benefits:

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
li>Private medical cover
• Contributory pension
• Life assurance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Career development plans
• Social events

Superb opportunity to work for our prestigious client, within their Private Client department. Supporting fee earners and liaison with clients ensuring customer service excellence!

Key tasks, duties for the Legal Secretary

• Prepare correspondence and documents through audio-typing and word processing.
• Administer filing which will include daily filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the office manual.
• Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch.
• Arrange for all copying to be done, in person if an office assistant is not available to undertake the task.
• Make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up-to-date diary for their principal.
• Prepare the conference room for meetings as necessary and for the tidying and clearance of the room at the end of the meeting.
• Provide support to other secretaries as required.
• Provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries when required to do so.
• Attend clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
< i>Undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.
• Undertake on-line form filling requirements
• Operate the firm’s Case Management System

Essential personal qualities, skills for the Legal Secretary

< i>Substantial previous Legal Secretarial experience including at least 1 years’ experience in Private Client < i>Intermediate or advanced IT skills in relevant packages
• Keeps up with Fee Earner’s work production
< i>Demonstrates high levels of accuracy
• Communicates professionally with clients on telephone and personally.
• Well-developed interpersonal, social and communication skills including an appreciation of the vulnerability of some of our clients, both generally and also specifically at distressing times.

Our client based in Windsor is looking for a Legal Secretary! We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to contribute to our success. Our office is conveniently located just a 7-minute walk from Windsor and Eton Central train station, making your daily commute a breeze!

Key Responsibilities:
As a Legal Secretary, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our legal team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners in Family Law, Conveyancing, and Private Client matters.
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Handle incoming calls and emails, ensuring professional and timely responses.
• Open, maintain, and close client files in accordance with compliance procedures.
• Liaise with clients, courts, estate agents, and other third parties.
• Assist with billing, time recording, and file management.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to GDPR and firm policies at all times.

Who You Are:
To excel in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal setting.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

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Our Client is seeking a Senior Secretary to join their Employment team, based in Woking. The office is based near to the train station in central Woking and within easy walking distance of the main shops and restaurants.

They are a TopRegionalLaw firm, and one ofThe Times Best Law Firms of 2024.

As a senior Legal Secretary you will provide legal secretarial and administrative support to assigned sol.

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