Legal Secretary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading professional services organisation, for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Corporate team in the Cayman Islands. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and detail-oriented professional to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to legal professionals within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. 

Company Information

Our client is a well-established international organisation operating within the legal and professional services sector. Known for its high standards, client-focused approach, and supportive culture, the firm provides specialist services to a diverse portfolio of corporate and commercial clients. 

You will join a busy and professional Corporate team where collaboration, attention to detail, and exceptional client service are highly valued. The company invests in its people and offers opportunities to develop your skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic environment.
 

Responsibilities and Duties

As a Legal Secretary, your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, proofreading, and amending legal documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners and senior legal professionals.
• Managing diaries, calendars, schedules, and meeting arrangements.
• Handling internal and external telephone enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Maintaining and organising files, records, and legal documentation.
• Completing company searches, conflict checks, and matter administration tasks.
• Assisting with client events, marketing initiatives, and business development activities.
• Supporting billing processes, invoice administration, file opening, closing, and archiving procedures. 

Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this Legal Secretary position, you should have:

• A minimum of two years' experience in a secretarial or administrative role.
• Recent legal secretarial experience within a law firm environment.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and legal documentation processes.
• Excellent typing speed and accuracy, with strong document formatting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word.
• Experience using document management and client management systems.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail and a collaborative approach. 

Benefits and Perks

In return for your expertise and commitment, our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to buy or sell additional holiday.
• Performance-related discretionary bonus scheme.
• Life assurance benefit.
• Gym membership.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.