Legal Secretary - Simpson Judge Ltd : Job Details

Legal Secretary - Multi-Disciplinary SupportLocation: BoltonSalary: Competitive DOEHours: Full-Time, Office-BasedExperience: 10+ Years PreferredI'm working with a long-established and reputable law firm based in Bolton, currently looking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary to support across multiple departments, including Private Client and Commercial.This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled legal secretary who enjoys variety in their role and is confident supporting senior solicitors across different practice areas. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years' experience within legal secretarial roles and be confident in managing a busy workload with professionalism and discretion.Key Responsibilities:

• Providing secretarial support to solicitors across Private Client, Commercial, and other departments as required
• Audio typing of legal correspondence, documents, and forms (essential)
• Preparing and amending legal documentation with accuracy and attention to detail
• Diary management, booking appointments, and coordinating meetings
• Handling telephone calls, taking messages, and liaising with clients professionally
• Assisting with file opening, closing, archiving, and general administrative duties
• Supporting compliance with firm procedures and legal protocols

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a legal secretary (multi-disciplinary exposure preferred)
• Strong audio typing skills with fast, accurate output
• Confident using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider support team
• Experience in Private Client and/or Commercial departments is highly desirable

Why Apply?

• Join a well-regarded Bolton-based practice with a friendly and supportive team
• Long-term, stable role with variety across different areas of law
• Full-time, office-based position in a central location
• Competitive salary and benefits, dependent on experience

If you're an experienced legal secretary looking for your next role in a traditional yet progressive legal environment, I'd love to speak with you.Apply now or get in touch with Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge Legal for a confidential discussion.