Legal Secretary
Posted on Jun 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£25k - £34k Annual
Full-Time
Legal Secretary - Contentious Probate
Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive Contentious Probate team based in Leicester.
This role is ideal for a highly organised individual with strong secretarial and administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment. You will provide essential support to fee earners, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard while contributing to the smooth running of the department.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and maintaining legal documents and files.
Transcribing and proofreading correspondence, including letters and emails.
Audio typing and document production.
Scanning, photocopying, paginating, and filing documents.
Opening new client files and completing compliance and identification checks.
Preparing client care documentation and engagement letters.
Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the team.
Assisting with diary management and other ad hoc duties as required.
About You
The successful candidate will possess:
Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally within Contentious Probate or Litigation.
Strong document management and document formatting skills.
Excellent typing and audio typing abilities.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A proactive and professional approach to work.
A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist legal team.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid and flexible working opportunities.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Private healthcare and wellbeing support.
Pension scheme.
Professional development and training opportunities.
A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Employee recognition and reward initiatives.
Regular social and wellbeing events.
Please submit your CV if you have relevant experience and are intereste din this position
Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive Contentious Probate team based in Leicester.
This role is ideal for a highly organised individual with strong secretarial and administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment. You will provide essential support to fee earners, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard while contributing to the smooth running of the department.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and maintaining legal documents and files.
Transcribing and proofreading correspondence, including letters and emails.
Audio typing and document production.
Scanning, photocopying, paginating, and filing documents.
Opening new client files and completing compliance and identification checks.
Preparing client care documentation and engagement letters.
Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the team.
Assisting with diary management and other ad hoc duties as required.
About You
The successful candidate will possess:
Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally within Contentious Probate or Litigation.
Strong document management and document formatting skills.
Excellent typing and audio typing abilities.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A proactive and professional approach to work.
A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist legal team.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid and flexible working opportunities.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Private healthcare and wellbeing support.
Pension scheme.
Professional development and training opportunities.
A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Employee recognition and reward initiatives.
Regular social and wellbeing events.
Please submit your CV if you have relevant experience and are intereste din this position
Reference: 225221394
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Legal Secretary
Posted on Jun 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£25k - £34k Annual
Full-Time
Legal Secretary - Contentious Probate
Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive Contentious Probate team based in Leicester.
This role is ideal for a highly organised individual with strong secretarial and administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment. You will provide essential support to fee earners, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard while contributing to the smooth running of the department.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and maintaining legal documents and files.
Transcribing and proofreading correspondence, including letters and emails.
Audio typing and document production.
Scanning, photocopying, paginating, and filing documents.
Opening new client files and completing compliance and identification checks.
Preparing client care documentation and engagement letters.
Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the team.
Assisting with diary management and other ad hoc duties as required.
About You
The successful candidate will possess:
Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally within Contentious Probate or Litigation.
Strong document management and document formatting skills.
Excellent typing and audio typing abilities.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A proactive and professional approach to work.
A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist legal team.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid and flexible working opportunities.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Private healthcare and wellbeing support.
Pension scheme.
Professional development and training opportunities.
A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Employee recognition and reward initiatives.
Regular social and wellbeing events.
Please submit your CV if you have relevant experience and are intereste din this position
Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive Contentious Probate team based in Leicester.
This role is ideal for a highly organised individual with strong secretarial and administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment. You will provide essential support to fee earners, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard while contributing to the smooth running of the department.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and maintaining legal documents and files.
Transcribing and proofreading correspondence, including letters and emails.
Audio typing and document production.
Scanning, photocopying, paginating, and filing documents.
Opening new client files and completing compliance and identification checks.
Preparing client care documentation and engagement letters.
Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the team.
Assisting with diary management and other ad hoc duties as required.
About You
The successful candidate will possess:
Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally within Contentious Probate or Litigation.
Strong document management and document formatting skills.
Excellent typing and audio typing abilities.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A proactive and professional approach to work.
A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist legal team.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid and flexible working opportunities.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Private healthcare and wellbeing support.
Pension scheme.
Professional development and training opportunities.
A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Employee recognition and reward initiatives.
Regular social and wellbeing events.
Please submit your CV if you have relevant experience and are intereste din this position
Reference: 225221394
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