Legal Secretary - First City Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Legal Secretary – Commercial Property

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, office-based)

Our client a well established and growing law firm based in Colchester is looking to hire an experienced Legal Secretary to support their busy Commercial Property department. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable firm that values its staff, offers a professional working environment, and provides genuine opportunities for development.

This role will see you providing essential secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the Commercial Property team. It’s a varied and engaging position that would suit someone who thrives in a busy legal environment, is confident liaising with clients, and has strong organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities;

• Provide high-quality secretarial support including audio typing, document preparation, and file management

• Coordinate diaries, schedule meetings, and handle general correspondence

• Act as a professional and friendly first point of contact for clients via phone, email, and in person

• Prepare and process bills, manage payments, and support with monthly billing cycles

• Maintain accurate client records and case management systems

• Support fee earners with new client onboarding and business opportunities

• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and legal regulations

• Assist with other administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the team

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, must be within Commercial Property a minimum of two years

• Excellent audio typing and word processing skills with a high level of accuracy

• Strong IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

• Familiarity with legal case management systems (desirable)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure

• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to support across the team

The successful candidate will receive a competitive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave, plus an additional day off for your birthday or wellbeing

• 4% employer pension contribution

• Healthcare cash plan

• Life assurance and income protection

• Access to a flexible benefits portal

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Hybrid working may be offered for the right candidate

• Free on-site parking

If you’re an experienced legal secretary looking to join a friendly, supportive team in a well-regarded law firm, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your cv to us today to avoid missing out.