Legal Secretary – Commercial Litigation

Overview

Pathway is partnering with a leading commercial law firm in Belfast to recruit a highly organised and confident Legal PA to join their busy Commercial Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced, professional environment, supporting a team of experienced solicitors on a wide range of high-value and complex matters.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department, providing comprehensive administrative and PA support.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing full PA support to fee earners within the Commercial Litigation team
• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments
• Booking and organising travel arrangements, including accommodation and itineraries
• Handling a high volume of invoicing, billing, and expense management
• Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence
• Managing client communications professionally and efficiently
• Maintaining accurate filing systems, both electronic and hard copy
• Assisting with general administrative duties to support the wider team

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a Legal PA or Legal Secretary role, ideally within litigation
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Confident communicator with a professional and proactive approach
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience handling billing/invoicing and travel coordination
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a highly regarded commercial law firm
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary, Up to £32k plus benefits package
• Long-term career development opportunities

For further information, please contact Orla Milligan at Pathway Legal.