Secretary​/Administrator; Law firm Antrim

Honeycomb is delighted to be recruiting for a Legal Secretary on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Antrim. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong administrator or secretary looking to develop their career within the legal sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or secretary to join a professional legal team in Antrim, providing valuable secretarial and administrative support to the wider practice.

The role would suit someone with a strong administration or secretarial background who is organised, detail-focused, and keen to learn.
Previous legal experience is not essential
, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take their first step into the legal sector.

The company is open to considering both full-time and part-time hours
, depending on the requirements of the successful candidate.

Full training and support will be provided, with the successful candidate given the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills within a well-established and supportive firm.

This established and respected law firm has built an excellent reputation for providing high-quality legal services and a professional, client-focused approach. The firm offers a supportive working environment where employees are valued and encouraged to develop their skills and experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative or secretarial experience to join a friendly and professional team, gain valuable legal experience, and build a long-term career within the sector.

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Monday - Friday working pattern
• Full-time or part-time hours considered
• Antrim location
• 21 days annual leave + statutory holidays
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Free parking available
• Christmas bonus
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Full training and support provided
• Opportunity to develop a career within the legal sector
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the legal team
• Preparing and typing correspondence, documentation, and reports
• Opening, maintaining, and updating client files and internal systems
• Preparing documentation for meetings and appointments
• Liaising professionally with clients, solicitors, barristers, courts, and other relevant parties
• Handling incoming telephone calls and correspondence professionally and confidentially
• Managing diaries, appointments, meetings, and deadlines
• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of files and documentation
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring paperwork is prepared within required timescales
• Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the wider team
• Maintaining confidentiality when dealing with sensitive client information
• Assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the office
• Supporting solicitors and colleagues with general administrative requirements
• Building knowledge of legal processes and procedures through on-the-job training

• Previous experience in a strong administrative, secretarial, or office-based role is essential
• Previous legal experience is not required
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong typing and document preparation skills
• Ability to manage a busy workload and competing priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Confident communicating with clients and external contacts
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems
• A willingness to learn and develop within a new sector
• Ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a wider team
• Professional, reliable, and proactive approach
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Ability to prioritise work effectively and consistently meet deadlines

Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.

If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss.