Legal Secretary Kent

  • Language Matters
  • Tunbridge Wells, Kent
  • Feb 09, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected law firm who are seeking a proactive and experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Corporate transactional team in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a professional, supportive environment while contributing to a wide range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, governance, reorganisations, and restructures. In this fast-paced and client-focused role, you will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to senior fee earners.Your responsibilities will include:
  • Comprehensive diary management, arranging meetings, calls, travel, and events, and general administrative support
  • Direct liaison with clients
  • Preparation for meetings, including preparation of pitches and presentations
  • Producing financial reports and support fee earners with the billing process
  • Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues across the business
About You:
  • Excellent English language skills (spoken and written)
  • Experienced as a Legal Secretary
  • Proven skills in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Highly organised with an eye for detail
  • A clear communicator who can manage multiple priorities with discretion
  • Adaptable, professional, and client-focused
  • Calm under pressure, resilient and proactive
What's on Offer:
  • Competitive salary of £32,000 to £40,000 per annum + generous benefits (25 days of holiday, private medical care and health insurance, life cover )
  • Hybrid working model (3 office days per week after probation), based in Kent (excellent commuter links from Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Crowborough, Maidstone, and surrounding areas)
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Marie-Anne. languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.