Casualty Legal Secretary – Hybrid, Newport

DAC Beachcroft LLP; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is looking for a Legal Secretary to join their team in Newport. This role involves providing administrative support to lawyers, including document preparation, billing, and diary management. Candidates should have previous Legal Secretary experience, strong skills in Microsoft Office, and a client-focused attitude. Benefits include a well-rounded remuneration package and opportunities for personal growth. Successful applicants will start on-site with a hybrid approach discussed post-probation.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Income protection insurance

Discounted gym membership

Opportunities for growth and progression

In-person and remote social events

Qualifications

• Experience as Legal Secretary or similar is essential in the legal or professional services sector.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Demonstrable skills in audio typing.

Responsibilities

• Type and proofread legal documents from digital dictation.
• Prepare paper/electronic bundles and manage filing.
• Support lawyers with admin tasks and deadlines.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Audio typing skills

Financial/billing knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Secretarial NVQ/Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A leading legal firm is looking for a Legal Secretary to join their team in Newport. This role involves providing administrative support to lawyers, including document preparation, billing, and diary management. Candidates should have previous Legal Secretary experience, strong skills in Microsoft Office, and a client-focused attitude. Benefits include a well-rounded remuneration package and opportunities for personal growth. Successful applicants will start on-site with a hybrid approach discussed post-probation.