Legal Executive

Company: Boyd Rice Solicitors
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Location: Newtownards
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Legal Executive

Location: Boyd Rice Solicitors, NewtownardsContract: Full-timeSalary: £25,000 (commensurate with experience)

About Boyd Rice Solicitors

Boyd Rice Solicitors is a progressive law firm with offices in Newtownards, Bangor, and Belfast. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment where every team member is valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Legal Executive to join our busy Firm based in our office in Newtownards.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting our solicitors, managing case files and interacting with our growing client base.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft letters and emails
  • Manage diaries and coordinate schedules effectively
  • Answer and direct telephone calls, handling queries professionally
  • Assist solicitors with file management and general administrative duties
  • Review legal documentation
  • Transcribe correspondence from digital dictation
  • Instruct Barristers where required
  • Open and close files in accordance with internal procedures
  • Manage incoming and outgoing post and correspondence
  • Collaborate with colleagues to support the wider firm
  • Carry out additional administrative tasks as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • No legal experience necessary, full training will be provided
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • A professional and approachable manner with a commitment to confidentiality
  • GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths (desirable)

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy and growing team
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Competitive salary package
  • Benefits including:
    • Health insurance
    • Additional annual leave
    • Pension scheme
    • Ongoing career development opportunities

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026