Corporate & Commercial Legal Secretary

Pathway Careers Ltd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial law firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Corporate / Commercial Legal Secretary to provide high-quality secretarial support to its team. The role involves preparing legal documents, managing diaries, and handling client correspondence. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a similar role and strong IT skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package within a supportive and professional team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary in a Corporate, Commercial, or Banking department.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office and digital dictation.
• Confident communicator with a professional approach when liaising with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team-focused, proactive attitude with a commitment to delivering first-class client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to Partners and Solicitors.
• Prepare, format, and amend legal documents, correspondence, and contracts.
• Manage diaries, arrange meetings, and coordinate travel and client appointments.
• Handle client calls and correspondence professionally and confidentially.
• Open and close files and maintain accurate file management systems.
• Assist with billing processes, time recording, and monthly reporting.

Job description

Overview

Pathway Careers is working with a leading commercial law firm based in Belfast City Centre to recruit an experienced Corporate / Commercial Legal Secretary.

This is a key role supporting a busy and high-performing Corporate and Commercial team. The firm advises a wide range of domestic and international companies, financial institutions, and government bodies on some of Northern Ireland’s most significant and complex legal matters. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, collaborative, and market-leading team with strong all-island presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to Partners and Solicitors within the Corporate and Commercial team.
• Prepare, format, and amend legal documents, correspondence, and contracts with precision and attention to detail.
• Manage diaries, arrange meetings, and coordinate travel and client appointments.
• Handle client calls and correspondence professionally and confidentially.
• Open and close files, maintain accurate file management systems, and ensure compliance with firm procedures.
• Assist with billing processes, time recording, and monthly reporting.
• Provide occasional support to other departments as required.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary in a Corporate, Commercial, or Banking department.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office and digital dictation.
• Confident communicator with a professional approach when liaising with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team-focused, proactive attitude with a commitment to delivering first-class client service.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with one of Belfast’s most respected commercial law firms.
• Exposure to high-quality, varied work across corporate and financial services sectors.
• Supportive and professional team environment with strong opportunities for development.

For more information, contact Orla Milligan at Pathway Legal in confidence