Office Junior / Legal Secretary Trainee

About the role

A respected law firm is seeking a motivated, professional and detail-oriented Office Junior / Legal Secretary Trainee to start their career in the legal profession. This full-time, entry-level role offers hands-on experience in legal administration, working closely with solicitors and support staff while learning from experienced legal professionals.

Key responsibilities

• Relief reception and front office duties
• General office administration and support
• Deliveries and errands
• Filing, scanning, data entry and document management
• Preparing correspondence and legal documents
• Managing incoming calls and client enquiries
• Scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars
• Supporting solicitors with file management
• Learning legal terminology, procedures and office systems
• Assisting the secretarial team as required

Required profile

• Genuine interest in the legal profession
• High school diploma or equivalent; secretarial, legal or clerical study is highly regarded but not essential
• Excellent organisational skills and discretion with confidential information
• Willingness to learn and develop within a team

Required skills

• Microsoft Word and the Microsoft Office suite
• Written and verbal communication

What we offer

• On-the-job training and practical legal administration experience
• Mentoring from experienced legal secretaries and solicitors
• Career growth opportunities as skills and experience grow

To apply, send a covering letter and resume by email, referencing "Junior/trainee" in the subject line.