Legal Secretary - Personal Injury

Northenden – £28,000 - £32,000

Personal Assistant - Personal Injury
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
 
A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to support a Partner within its well-established Occupiers and Public Liability team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, highly organised individual with strong legal secretarial experience in personal injury or civil litigation.
 
The Opportunity
You'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy Partner and team, ensuring a seamless and professional service for clients. This position requires excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, legal documents, and reports through audio typing and word processing.
• Manage digital filing, including opening, closing, storing, and retrieving client files.
• Coordinate diaries, arrange meetings, and handle appointment scheduling.
• Provide professional, client-focused support both in person and over the phone.
• Assist with document preparation for court and case management systems.
• Liaise effectively with other secretaries and administrative staff to support the wider team.
• Ensure confidentiality and uphold the firm's standards for client care and service excellence.

About You

• Demonstrable legal secretarial or PA experience within a law firm (essential)
• Previous exposure to personal injury or civil litigation work (desirable).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute (essential).
• Experience using Proclaim or similar case management systems (advantageous).
• Professional, confident, and client-focused with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload independently.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a highly regarded Partner and team.
• Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture.
• Hybrid working flexibility.
• Excellent scope for development and career progression.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal PA who thrives in a professional, fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a respected, growing team.
 
Please apply within or send your CV to rio@douglas-scott.co.uk