Full job descriptionWe are seeking a Legal Secretary to work for a highly regarded intellectual property law firm providing support to a team of busy IP Litigation fee-earners (including partners.)


This is a varied and fast-paced position supporting Solicitors with a broad range of secretarial, administrative and paralegal duties. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who has previous experience providing administrative support to a litigation legal team.


Key responsibilities include:
*Preparing correspondence, legal documents and agreements.
*Providing comprehensive secretarial support to Solicitors with minimal supervision.
*Managing files, including electronic filing, scanning and document management.
*Sending correspondence and emails on behalf of Solicitors.
*Completing conflict checks.
*Preparing and processing client invoices, including debit and credit notes.
*Opening and closing files using case management systems.
*Maintaining key dates, deadlines and diary entries.
*Processing expenses.
*Providing PA support, including diary management, arranging meetings and booking travel.


About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:
*Previous experience providing administrative support in a litigation legal environment.
*Experience preparing trial bundle advantageous.
*Strong typing and document production skills.
*Experience preparing client bills within a legal environment.
*Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
*Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*Experience using digital dictation/audio typing would be advantageous but is not essential.


What’s on Offer
*Opportunity to join a respected and supportive Intellectual Property team.
*Varied and interesting workload.
*Hybrid working arrangements.
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Excellent long-term career prospects within a well-established legal practice.