Legal Secretary

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Gainsborough
Competitive based on Experience
01 March 2026
Permanent / Full time

ROLE: Legal Secretary

LOCATION: Gainsborough

SALARY: Competitive based on Experience

HOURS: 9am – 5.15pm Monday to Friday

BENEFITS: 

  • 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays)
  • Birthday off if weekdays
  • Continuous opportunities for professional development and training to support your long-term career growth.

We are looking for a Legal Secretary to join our Gainsborough office and provide reliable, proactive secretarial support to our legal teams.  Gainsborough manages a strong caseload and this role would be perfect for someone who enjoys focused, meaningful work in a supportive environment.

You will play a key part in keeping the department running smoothly, including but not limited to:

  • Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and liaising with client and external contacts
  • Preparing correspondence and legal documents
  • Maintaining accurate client records, file notes and supporting billing processes
  • Provide general secretarial support to assist with case progression

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Organised, accurate and confident handling detailed information
  • A clear, patient communicator with empathy and professionalism
  • Comfortable with audio typing

You will join a supportive, well-respected regional firm with a friendly culture, strong professional development opportunities and commitment to excellent client care.

Find out more about our benefits here - https://www.sillslegal.co.uk/careers/working-at-sills-betteridge#rewards                                

ABOUT US:

Our award-winning Private Client team offers a thoughtful and trusted service to individuals and families. Here, you will join a collaborative department where legal expertise is matched by empathy and integrity.

With multiple Legal 500 accolades and a reputation for mentoring future talent, we provide the ideal setting for private client professionals seeking to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Play a key role in supporting our Private Client team—winners of the 2023 Solicitor Firm of the Year and Practitioner of the Year 2024 at the British Wills & Probate Awards. You’ll help prepare wills and probate documentation while learning from senior colleagues in a respectful, professional setting.


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