Legal Secretary - Local Government
£25 per hour | 37 hours per week
Hybrid Working
Contract until 31 March 2028

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a Local Government organisation on a long-term contract until 31 March 2028.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and professional Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support within a busy legal environment.

The Role

As Legal Secretary, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, helping to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the legal team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties, including managing correspondence and documentation, maintaining accurate records, arranging meetings and appointments, and providing general administrative support to legal professionals.

About You

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a Legal Secretary, Legal PA or similar administrative role, ideally within a public sector or Local Government environment.

You will need to demonstrate:

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent IT and document management skills
• A professional and discreet approach to handling sensitive information
• A strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal PA with strong administrative skills and a high level of discretion, particularly if you have Local Government experience, we would be keen to hear from you.

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