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Posted 25 July, 2026

Legal Secretary Commercial Team - FTC - Newcastle

qed legal
Newcastle upon Tyne, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Legal Secretary – Commercial Team Newcastle | Office Based | 6-Month Fixed Term Contract Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for your next opportunity within a well-established law firm? We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded law firm in Newcastle for an organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join their busy Commercial Team on a 6-month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and professional team, providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners working on a broad range of commercial matters. The Role As a Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department. Responsibilities will include: • Providing comprehensive secretarial support to solicitors and legal professionals. • Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence. • Audio and copy typing. • Diary management, arranging meetings and coordinating appointments. • Opening, maintaining and closing client files in line with firm procedures. • Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and courteous manner. • Managing emails, telephone enquiries and general administrative tasks. • Assisting with billing, document management and file administration. • Supporting the team to ensure deadlines are met and an exceptional client service is delivered. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm. • Excellent typing and document formatting skills. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload. • Outstanding attention to detail. • Excellent communication and client care skills. • A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems. What's on Offer • 6-month fixed term contract. • Office-based role in Newcastle. • Competitive salary dependent on experience. • Opportunity to join a respected and supportive law firm. • Friendly working environment with a collaborative team culture. • Immediate or short-notice start available. If you're an experienced Legal Secretary looking for your next opportunity in Newcastle, we'd love to hear from you.