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Legal Secrtary/PA – Top Law firm

Location: Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Belfast

Industry: Legal & Compliance

Salary: Negotiable

Contacts: Caoimhe Fairfield, caoimhe.f@honeycomb.jobs

Job Ref: BBBH65643

Expiry date: 2026-09-24


Honeycomb is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected Belfast law firm to recruit a Legal Secretary to join its Real Estate and Private Client department, offering a fantastic opportunity to join an established team with excellent long-term career prospects.

The Opportunity

If you're an experienced Legal Secretary looking for your next move, this role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support within the Real Estate and Private Client department. Previous experience within either of these areas would be advantageous, although strong legal secretarial experience in another area will also be considered.

You'll work alongside experienced solicitors and legal professionals, supporting the smooth running of the department while providing a high level of service to clients.

About the Firm

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded law firm with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. The firm offers a professional but supportive working environment where employees are genuinely valued, with a strong focus on development, collaboration and long-term career progression.

Salary & Benefits

  • Market-leading salary depending on experience
  • Option to work a 4 or 5 day week
  • Private healthcare
  • Pension scheme
  • Income protection
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • 20 days annual leave plus 13 statutory holidays
  • Birthday day off
  • Excellent long-term career prospects
  • Supportive and professional working environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing dedicated legal secretarial support to solicitors within the Real Estate and Private Client departments
  • Preparing, formatting and producing legal documents and correspondence
  • Managing files and maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
  • Liaising with clients, solicitors and third parties
  • Audio typing and document production
  • Managing diaries, appointments and meetings
  • Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally
  • Opening, maintaining and closing files in line with firm procedures
  • Assisting with billing, time recording and general administrative duties
  • Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the department

About You

  • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary
  • Previous experience within Real Estate or Private Client would be advantageous
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
  • Able to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines
  • Professional, proactive and team-oriented approach
  • Strong client service skills

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link or contact Caoimhe Fairfield at Honeycomb directly:

Email: caoimhe.f@honeycomb.jobs

Telephone: 028 9620 7050

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.

Honeycomb is an equal opportunity employer.

If this role isn't quite the right fit, we'd still love to hear from you to discuss other opportunities across the Northern Ireland legal market.

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