Legal Secretary

A well-established law firm based in the heart of West Bromwich is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal support professional with experience in either Private Client (Wills, Probate & Trusts) or Residential Conveyancing to join a modern and supportive practice. The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative support to fee earners, assisting with the smooth running of the department whilst delivering an excellent level of client service.Key Responsibilities:\n

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• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners
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• Preparing correspondence, documents and legal forms using strong audio typing skills
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• Managing digital dictation and producing accurate legal documentation
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• Assisting with the progression of matters from opening through to completion
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• Liaising with clients, third parties and external organisations professionally
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• Maintaining accurate records, filing systems and case management updates
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• Supporting general office administration and day-to-day departmental tasks
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Requirements:\n

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• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary within a law firm environment
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• Experience within Private Client (Wills, Probate & Trusts) or Residential Conveyancing is desirable
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• Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail
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• Confident IT skills and experience using case management systems
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• Excellent audio typing skills
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• Professional telephone manner and strong client communication skills
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider legal team
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Benefits:\n

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• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
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• Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after qualifying period)
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• Modern offices in a central West Bromwich location
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• Competitive salary dependent on experience
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