Legal Secretary

2i Recruit Ltd • Chapel-en-le-Frith • Administration
Full-time Mid

Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a leading Property Litigation team. This role will involve providing proactive and high-quality secretarial and administrative support to Partners and Fee Earners handling a broad range of contentious property matters.

You’ll be an integral part of a nationally recognised team that works on complex property disputes, advising clients such as developers, landlords, tenants, and commercial occupiers.

The role offers flexibility to combine office and home working, with a regular in-office presence expected.

Company Benefits:
• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support.
• Opportunities for learning, development and career progression.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where your contribution is valued.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to Partners and Fee Earners within the Property Litigation team.
• Prepare, format and proofread correspondence, documents and court forms with a high level of accuracy.
• Manage diaries, organise meetings and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Liaise confidently with clients, counsel and other stakeholders.
• Manage filing systems, electronic records and case management updates.
• Assist with billing, file opening/closure and general administrative duties.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, professional, and proactive, with a genuine interest in property law and litigation.

You will have:
• Previous legal secretarial experience (ideally within property or litigation).
• Fast, accurate typing and strong document production skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High levels of discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted