Legal Secretary – Finance Team
£50,000 to £52,000
Permanent | Central London
4 days in the office (Mon–Thu) + WFH Fridays
I am supporting a highly respected US law firm with an excellent reputation for its collaborative culture and first class finance practice. My client is seeking a proactive and experienced Legal Secretary to join their Finance secretarial team on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support a busy group of fee earners – an allocation of six, including two partners, three counsel and a trainee. The partners in particular are looking for someone with strong PA capability, able to operate confidently and autonomously when required.
Key Responsibilities
Diary and email management for partners and fee earners
Organising meetings, travel, and itineraries
Copy-typing and digital dictation
Drafting simple correspondence for approval
Processing expenses (Chrome River)
Supporting billing and wider finance tasks
Updating client contact information
Handling calls, client queries, and general enquiries
Formatting, amending, and producing complex documents
Skills and Experience Required
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or PA within a City or international law firm
Strong PA capability with confidence supporting senior stakeholders
Excellent MS Office skills, particularly Outlook and Word
Highly organised, self-managing, and comfortable taking initiative
Strong communication skills at all levels
Exceptional attention to detail
Professional, discreet, and resilient under pressure
A friendly, proactive approach and strong client service mentality
Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to the wider team
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please feel free to get in touch.
