Legal Secretary or Assistant

Job Title: Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant - Float Role (North London & Hertfordshire)

Varied workload across multiple legal departments

Long-term, stable career opportunity

Full-time, permanent position with immediate interviews

A respected, long-established law firm with offices across North London and Hertfordshire is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant to join their team in a float support role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, thrives on variety and wants to build a long-term legal support career.

About the Firm

The firm operates across three offices within close proximity. You can be based at one main office, with flexibility to support the other sites when required. Full location details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

About the Role

This is a true float position, providing essential support during busy periods, annual leave and staff absences. You will work with fee earners at all levels, including senior solicitors and partners, and gain exposure to a wide range of legal areas:

• Residential Conveyancing


• Commercial Property


• Private Client (Wills, Probate, LPAs)


• Family Law


• Litigation


• Business & Commercial

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys stepping into different departments and keeping everything running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing with strong accuracy


• Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence


• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings


• Liaising with clients, solicitors and third parties


• Opening, closing and maintaining legal files


• Using the firm's case management system


• Providing reliable cover across departments when needed

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant


• Someone seeking a long-term support role (not pursuing solicitor qualification)


• Confident, adaptable and comfortable working across different teams


• Excellent communication and organisational skills


• Fast, accurate typing and strong attention to detail


• Professional, reliable and able to prioritise effectively

This role suits someone who enjoys being the dependable, steady presence when workloads peak & someone who thrives on variety and takes pride in delivering high-quality legal support.

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent position


• Offices across North London and East Hertfordshire


• Immediate interviews available


• Start date flexible


• Salary circa £30,000 depending on experience

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant looking for a stable, varied and rewarding role within a supportive law firm, we would love to hear from you.

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