Job Title
: Legal Secretary/Office Manager
Location
: Redditch, UK
Hours
: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Salary
: Competitive, dependent on experience
Overview
A private practice law firm based in Redditch is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary/Office Manager to support its litigation team. This dual role involves managing the office and providing key secretarial support to ensure smooth operations and the delivery of high-quality legal services.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Secretary Duties:
- Prepare and proofread legal documents, contracts, and correspondence
- Maintain and organise client files, ensuring accuracy
- Liaise with clients, solicitors, courts, and external stakeholders
- Schedule appointments, consultations, and court dates
- Assist solicitors with legal research and ad-hoc tasks
Office Management Duties:
- Oversee daily office operations, supplies, and maintenance
- Handle basic bookkeeping, invoicing, and liaise with accountants
- Ensure compliance with GDPR, Health & Safety, and data confidentiality
- Assist with HR duties, onboarding, and maintaining personnel records
- General administrative tasks including filing and post distribution
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in a legal secretary/office manager role
- Strong organisational skills with a focus on deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software (Clio experience is a plus)
- Excellent communication and attention to detail
- Experience in bookkeeping or financial systems is desirable
Personal Attributes
- Proactive, self-motivated, and professional
- Team player with a client-focused approach
- Calm under pressure, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Be part of a close-knit, respected law firm
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development
This is a great opportunity for an organised and proactive professional looking to take on a key role in a dynamic legal environment.
If you are interested in applying or hearing more about the role, please send a copy of your CV to Ellie Sedgwick at or alternatively, please call on for a confidential discussion about this role or your general job search.
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