Senior Legal Secretary

Permanent in Legal , in Administration

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Job Description

Time Appointments are delighted to be working on behalf of a highly regarded legal practice based in Ipswich who are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Legal Secretary.

 

This role is ideal for someone with broad experience across multiple legal specialisms, who is comfortable balancing both administrative duties and more senior, managerial responsibilities. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the legal function while supporting fee earners and contributing to wider team coordination.

 

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Proven experience as a Legal Secretary across multiple legal specialisms (e.g. litigation, corporate, property, private client)
  • Familiarity with UK legal procedures and terminology
  • Previous exposure to supervising or mentoring administrative staff
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
  • A proactive, flexible approach with a willingness to take on both routine and higher-level responsibilities
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information

 

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a team of legal professionals
  • Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments
  • Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
  • Handling client communications in a professional and confidential manner
  • Assisting with file management, document control, and compliance processes
  • Overseeing administrative staff where required and assisting with task delegation
  • Contributing to process improvements and helping maintain efficient office system

 

If you are a versatile Legal Secretary looking to take on a broader role that combines administrative excellence with team support and coordination, we would love to hear from you.