Legal Secretary/Assistant

Legal Secretary/Assistant

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East England (Opportunities with various Newcastle based Law Firms all roles are seemingly North Newcastle Benton, Seaton Burn, Bedlington & Morpeth locations).

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum

The role of Legal Secretary/Assistant involves providing high-level administrative and secretarial support to legal professionals within a busy legal environment. The postholder manages correspondence, prepares legal documentation, and ensures the smooth running of daily office operations. This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Prepare, format and proofread legal documents including letters, contracts, court forms and pleadings in accordance with firm standards and legal requirements.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring timely and accurate distribution to relevant parties.
• Maintain and update client files, case records and databases with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Schedule appointments, meetings and court hearings, coordinating diaries and travel arrangements where necessary.
• Liaise with clients, court officials, barristers and other external contacts in a professional manner.
• Assist with billing procedures by preparing time sheets and expense reports as required.
• Support fee earners by undertaking general administrative tasks to facilitate efficient case progression.
• Ensure compliance with data protection legislation and firm policies regarding confidentiality and security of information.
• Adapt to changing priorities and workloads whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.