Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary

Thinkways; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Brighton, England is seeking an experienced Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary to support a busy Senior Partner. The role offers a competitive salary, numerous benefits including 25 days holiday and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will have prior legal secretarial experience, particularly in corporate/commercial law. The position requires strong administrative skills, good numeracy, and IT proficiency. This full-time, office-based opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their career.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Previous legal secretarial experience, preferably in corporate/commercial law.
• Must demonstrate willingness to become a successful Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly billing tasks.
• Provide general file management support.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support and document production.
• Assist other team members as needed.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Legal billing experience

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Fast and accurate typing skills

Experience with case management systems

Strong administrative skills

Good written and spoken English

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proactive team approach

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Join to apply for the Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary role at Thinkways Software Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom.

Overview

A highly respected Legal 500 law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy Senior Partner, with a focus on Corporate and Commercial law. With a friendly, inclusive culture, you will be welcomed and quickly become part of the team.

Responsibilities

• Monthly billing
• General file management
• High‑quality administrative support and document production
• Assist the wider fee‑earning team on a ad‑hoc basis in other offices (if required)

To be considered, you will have previous legal secretarial experience (other areas of law will be considered), with a preference towards those who have direct experience in a corporate/commercial legal department. If you come from another area of law you must demonstrate willingness and drive to become a highly successful Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary.

You Will Have

• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how the Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary role contributes to the success of the business
• Experience of legal billing, with a good standard of numeracy
• Good IT skills, including proficiency in Word and Excel
• Fast, accurate typing skills, including audio typing
• Experience using case management systems
• Strong administrative and time‑management skills
• Good written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A proactive and responsible team approach
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to develop and adapt to changing business needs
• A professional, confident approach to your work as a Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary

Benefits

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary, 25 days holiday a year (plus Bank Holidays), and a company pension scheme.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

This is a full‑time, office‑based role and an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Corporate Commercial Legal Secretary looking to advance their career.

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