Legal Secretary – Litigation
A prestigious and rapidly growing full-service law firm in Dublin is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its high-performing team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a collaborative, supportive environment known for high‑calibre legal work and strong investment in professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support including document drafting, diary management, and general legal administration (scanning, printing, photocopying).
- Manage the end-to-end file lifecycle using the firm’s legal case management system.
- Prepare documentation, presentations, and materials for internal and external meetings.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring requests are managed efficiently and professionally.
- Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
- Coordinate document production, ensuring accuracy, speed, and consistency across all outputs.
- Organise travel arrangements, schedules, and detailed itineraries.
- Process time entries, billing support, and expense reports.
- Welcome and liaise with clients and visitors, representing the firm in a polished, professional manner.
Candidate Profile
- 3–5+ years’ experience working as a Legal Secretary within a professional services or legal environment.
- Proven experience supporting senior stakeholders in a fast-paced legal setting.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office and legal case management systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
- Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritise competing deadlines.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a positive, professional approach.
Benefits & Culture
This firm is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can develop and thrive. Employee initiatives include:
- Social, wellness, sustainability, and diversity committees
- Sports teams and activity clubs
- On-site gym and subsidised fitness classes
- Regular social events and team-building activities
- Wellbeing initiatives including mindfulness talks and workshops
