Legal Secretary

Job Description:

About Us

Our client is a small, close-knit law firm in the heart of Cambridge. They pride themselves on providing a professional yet friendly service to our clients, building long-term relationships based on trust and expertise.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. This is a full-time, office-based position supporting our solicitors across a range of matters. While general legal secretary experience is essential, experience in civil litigation and commercial property would be a strong advantage.

This is very much a secretarial role — we are looking for someone who takes pride in this career path and is committed to delivering high-quality administrative and client support.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing full secretarial and administrative support to fee earners

• Managing case files and using our case management system effectively

• Preparing legal documents and correspondence

• Audio and copy typing

• Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties

• Filing, photocopying, and maintaining accurate records

• General office duties as required

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 12 months of office-based experience, ideally within a legal environment

• A genuine interest in being a career legal secretary (not a stepping stone role)

• Stable work history — ideally someone who hasn’t moved roles frequently

• Experience with case management systems

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Team player with a friendly and approachable manner

What We Offer

• £23,000+ per annum

• Annual pay review each October

• 21 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Office closure over Christmas

• Supportive and friendly working environment in a small, close-knit team

Interview Process

• Informal interview with two Directors and the Practice Manager

• Relaxed conversation to get to know you and hear what interested you in the role