Legal Secretary

  • Job Reference: VAC
  • Date Posted: 29 September 2026
  • Recruiter: The Johnson Partnership
  • Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Legal
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Criminal Legal Secretary

Newark Nottingham

Full-Time Permanent

A leading and respected law firm is seeking an experienced Criminal Legal Secretary to join its busy and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal secretary who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing exceptional administrative support.

The Role

Working closely with solicitors and fee earners, you will be responsible for:

  • Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence
  • Managing client communications and enquiries
  • Liaising with police stations and external parties
  • Diary management and arranging appointments
  • Preparing legal documents 
  • General secretarial and administrative support to the Criminal Law department

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

  • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Criminal Law
  • Excellent audio typing and document production skills
  • Strong organisational and time management abilities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • A professional and confidential approach to work
  • Excellent communication and client care skills

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience
  • Supportive and friendly working environment
  • Opportunity to work for a reputable law firm
  • Generous holiday entitlement 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded legal practice where your contribution will be valued and where you can continue to develop your legal secretarial career within criminal law.

To apply or find out more, please contact Vicki Clayton on 01522 306189 or email your CV to vac@thejohnsonpartnership.co.uk