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Posted 24 July, 2026

Junior Legal Secretary - Criminal - Norwich

qed legal
Norwich, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Junior Legal Secretary – Criminal Department Location: NorwichJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience Are you looking to build your career within the legal sector? An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Junior Legal Secretary to join the Criminal Law department of a well-established and respected law firm based in Norwich. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for someone with previous legal secretarial experience who is keen to develop their skills within a supportive and collaborative team. While experience within Criminal Law is advantageous, it is not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided for the right candidate. The Role As a Junior Legal Secretary, you'll provide vital administrative and secretarial support to a busy Criminal Law team, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the department while delivering excellent client service.Working Hours\n
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  • Monday to Friday
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  • 9:00am – 5:00pm
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  • One-hour lunch break
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What We're Looking For\n
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  • Previous experience working within a UK law firm in a legal secretarial or legal support role.
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  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and confident telephone manner.
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  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
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  • A proactive approach and the ability to work independently when required.
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  • A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a supportive team.
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  • Previous Criminal Law experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
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What's on Offer?\n
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  • Competitive salary dependent on experience.
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  • Full training and ongoing support.
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  • Excellent opportunity to develop a long-term career within Criminal Law.
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  • Friendly and collaborative working environment.
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  • Permanent, full-time position with genuine career progression opportunities.
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If you're an organised and motivated Legal Secretary, Junior Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator or Legal Assistant looking to develop your career within Criminal Law, we'd love to hear from you.