Legal Secretary

Company: Nixon McQuade
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Location: Belfast
Job Description:

Legal Secretary

Location: BelfastWorking Pattern: Full-time, office-basedSalary: Competitive DOE

Nixon McQuade are working with an established Belfast law firm that is looking to appoint an experienced Legal Secretary to join its team.

This is a full-time, office-based opportunity offering the chance to provide day-to-day support within a busy legal practice. Previous experience within Wills & Probate and/or Conveyancing would be particularly desirable.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide administrative and secretarial support to solicitors and assist with the efficient day-to-day management of files.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

  • Preparing and formatting legal correspondence and documentation.
  • Managing files and ensuring records are kept accurate and up to date.
  • Liaising with clients and other parties professionally.
  • Managing appointments, correspondence and general administration.
  • Supporting solicitors with the progression of matters.
  • Providing wider secretarial and administrative support where required.

The Person

We would be keen to speak with candidates who have:

  • Previous experience in a legal secretarial or similar legal support role.
  • Experience within Wills & Probate and/or Conveyancing, although this is desirable rather than essential.
  • Strong organisation and attention to detail.
  • Good communication and client service skills.
  • The ability to manage a busy workload and competing priorities.
  • A professional and dependable approach.

This would suit a Legal Secretary looking to join an established Belfast practice in a permanent, full-time position.

For further information or a confidential discussion, apply today or contact Steafan Nixon at Nixon McQuade.

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Posted: August 20th, 2026