Full job descriptionLegal Secretary - Employment & Commercial Team
Location: Cambridge
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Opportunity
A highly regarded and award-winning law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its busy Employment and Corporate/Commercial/Banking team in Cambridge.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with previous secretarial, PA, legal support, or administrative experience who is looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive legal environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners and the wider team.
Key Responsibilities
*Formatting, amending and preparing legal documents.
*Managing diaries, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointments.
*Processing expenses and assisting with general team administration.
*Supporting billing activities, including preparation of WIP summaries and billing schedules.
*Assisting with file opening, file closing and general file management.
*Preparing both electronic and hard-copy bundles for Employment Tribunal matters.
*Liaising with clients, barristers’ clerks and other legal professionals regarding case management and billing.
*Preparing documentation for corporate and commercial transactions.
*Typing correspondence, attendance notes and other legal documents.
*Providing general PA and administrative support to fee earners.
About You
The ideal candidate will possess:
*Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Secretary, PA or Administrator.
*Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
*Excellent organisational and time management skills.
*A high level of attention to detail.
*The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*A positive, proactive and adaptable approach to work.
*Experience within a legal environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary package.
*Generous annual leave entitlement.
*Private medical cover.
*Bonus and profit-sharing opportunities.
*Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives.
*Charity volunteering day.
*Ongoing training and development opportunities.
*A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture.
*The opportunity to join a highly respected and growing law firm with an excellent reputation in the legal sector.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, PA or professional support specialist looking for your next challenge in Cambridge, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested?
Please call Michelle Topley on or email your CV to . Alternatively apply online.