Legal Secretary - £27k-£30k - ASAP Start! in Emsworth, Hampshire

ROLE: Legal Secretary

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

START: ASAP

SALARY: £28,000-£31,000

LOCATION: Emsworth

PERKS: Rare opportunity to gain experience in a reputable law firm! 25 days holiday + BHs, parking ticket loan

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role plays a key part in the heart of the team, supporting fee earners and solicitors to deliver an exceptional client experience. Working alongside Legal Secretaries and Paralegals, you'll enjoy a varied and fast-paced role where no two days are the same, keeping matters progressing smoothly and providing first-class support within a professional and collaborative legal environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the legal sector. Whether you already have legal experience or are coming from a strong administrative background, the role offers the chance to develop new skills, gain exposure to legal processes and terminology, and grow your knowledge within a respected and supportive firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to fee earners and solicitors across a variety of legal matters.
• Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents, correspondence and reports with a high level of accuracy.
• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointments for members of the legal team.
• Acting as a professional first point of contact for clients, handling enquiries and building positive relationships.
• Opening, maintaining and closing client files, ensuring all documentation is kept up to date and compliant.
• Managing incoming and outgoing post, emails and telephone calls, prioritising and directing communication as appropriate.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office through general administrative tasks and collaboration with colleagues across different departments.

About You

• Previous experience within an administrative, secretarial, PA or office support role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and confident approach.
• High attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Strong client service skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude, with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Previous legal experience would be advantageous but is not essential, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career within the legal sector and gain valuable legal knowledge and experience.

Contact our team today to hear more about this or other opportunities. Office Angels South Coast Team - (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).

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Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.