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Legal Secretary
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 23,000 - 26,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CB2, Sawston, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
About Us
Our client is a small, close-knit law firm in the heart of Cambridge. They pride themselves on providing a professional yet friendly service to our clients, building long-term relationships based on trust and expertise.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. This is a full-time, office-based position supporting our solicitors across a range of matters. While general legal secretary experience is essential, experience in civil litigation and commercial property would be a strong advantage.
This is very much a secretarial role — we are looking for someone who takes pride in this career path and is committed to delivering high-quality administrative and client support.
Key Responsibilities
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Providing full secretarial and administrative support to fee earners
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Managing case files and using our case management system effectively
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Preparing legal documents and correspondence
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Audio and copy typing
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Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties
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Filing, photocopying, and maintaining accurate records
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General office duties as required
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum 12 months of office-based experience, ideally within a legal environment
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A genuine interest in being a career legal secretary (not a stepping stone role)
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Stable work history — ideally someone who hasn’t moved roles frequently
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Experience with case management systems
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Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Team player with a friendly and approachable manner
What We Offer
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£23,000+ per annum
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Annual pay review each October
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21 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Office closure over Christmas
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Supportive and friendly working environment in a small, close-knit team
Interview Process
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Informal interview with two Directors and the Practice Manager
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Relaxed conversation to get to know you and hear what interested you in the roleBefore You Apply
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