Legal Secretary

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Location: Wicklow

Salary: €35-€40k

Our client, a reputable law firm based in Wicklow, is seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Secretary to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential support to solicitors handling sensitive cases, ensuring the smooth running of legal proceedings.

About the Role:

As a Legal Secretary, you will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to a team of legal partners. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing busy calendars, handling correspondence and performing general office duties
• Drafting and editing legal documents, including letters, contracts, and briefs following a high standard and tight deadlines
• Maintaining organized case files (physical and electronic), tracking key dates and managing evidence
• Preparing reports and drafting communications
• Liaising with clients, court staff, and other external parties
• Supporting with dictaphone and copy typing
• Providing general office administration tasks, such as photocopying, filing, and scanning

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary
• Litigation / Medical Negligence experience a bonus
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite