Job Description

Legal Secretary

Sheffield

Up to 28,000

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to support our busy Clinical Negligence team based in Sheffield. You will play a key role in assisting solicitors and fee earners with a range of secretarial and administrative tasks to help deliver excellent client care in complex and sensitive cases.

Key Responsibilities

Providing comprehensive secretarial support to clinical negligence solicitors and legal executives Typing legal correspondence, medical reports, court documents and witness statements (digital dictation and copy typing) Preparing bundles for court and medico-legal experts Managing diaries, arranging appointments, and handling telephone enquiries Assisting with case file management and document organisation Liaising with clients, medical experts, counsel, and third-party providers Filing, scanning and general administrative duties to support the team

Requirements

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within clinical negligence, personal injury, or litigation Fast and accurate audio typing (minimum 60 wpm) Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Discreet and professional approach when dealing with sensitive medical issues Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise workload High attention to detail and accuracy
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person