Legal Secretary
CV-LibraryDudley, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 1 July 2026
Apply NowWe are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy Private Client Team, providing administrative and secretarial support.
This role is full time office based - Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring the smooth running of the Team by supporting fee earners with a range of secretarial and administrative tasks while maintaining high standards of client service.
Key responsibilities include:
* Preparing and formatting legal documents, correspondence and contracts
* Audio typing and transcription of dictations with a high level of accuracy
* Managing diaries, appointments and emails using Microsoft Outlook
* Liaising professionally with clients, colleagues and external contacts
* Maintaining organised electronic and paper filing systems
* Supporting administrative tasks including data entry and document management
* Assisting with spreadsheets and tracking information using Microsoft Excel
* Prioritising tasks effectively to support the team and meet deadlines
The right candidate:
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys working in a busy legal environment and takes pride in producing accurate work.
You will have:
* Previous experience as a Private Client Legal Secretary or in a similar role within a law firm
* Excellent audio typing skills with strong attention to detail
* Strong administrative and organisational skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook and Excel
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
* A professional and client-focused approach
Whats on offer:
* Genuinely competitive package including bonuses
* 31 days’ holiday (pro-rata) plus Christmas closedown
* Your birthday off, additional long service leave
* An Employee Cashplan
* Refer-a-colleague bonus scheme, and discounted legal fees.
* You’ll also benefit from a pension scheme, Dress for Your Day policy, and two paid volunteering days each year
This role is full time office based - Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring the smooth running of the Team by supporting fee earners with a range of secretarial and administrative tasks while maintaining high standards of client service.
Key responsibilities include:
* Preparing and formatting legal documents, correspondence and contracts
* Audio typing and transcription of dictations with a high level of accuracy
* Managing diaries, appointments and emails using Microsoft Outlook
* Liaising professionally with clients, colleagues and external contacts
* Maintaining organised electronic and paper filing systems
* Supporting administrative tasks including data entry and document management
* Assisting with spreadsheets and tracking information using Microsoft Excel
* Prioritising tasks effectively to support the team and meet deadlines
The right candidate:
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys working in a busy legal environment and takes pride in producing accurate work.
You will have:
* Previous experience as a Private Client Legal Secretary or in a similar role within a law firm
* Excellent audio typing skills with strong attention to detail
* Strong administrative and organisational skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook and Excel
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
* A professional and client-focused approach
Whats on offer:
* Genuinely competitive package including bonuses
* 31 days’ holiday (pro-rata) plus Christmas closedown
* Your birthday off, additional long service leave
* An Employee Cashplan
* Refer-a-colleague bonus scheme, and discounted legal fees.
* You’ll also benefit from a pension scheme, Dress for Your Day policy, and two paid volunteering days each year