# Legal Secretary PCR - Bristol at Dacbeachcroft

> Hybrid · United Kingdom · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Adacbeachcroft%3A582009 (read 2026-11-08).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Dacbeachcroft](https://alderhq.app/companies/dacbeachcroft)
- Location text: Bristol, Bristol
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · United Kingdom (evidence: "Location: Bristol, Bristol")
- Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://apply.dacbeachcroft.com/en/postings/cccf3b94-45bc-407d-a1eb-a9ad0e18689c

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted

## Description (the employer's text)

At DAC Beachcroft, we're a leading international law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional legal advice across insurance, health and real estate. Our Professional & Commercial Risk (PCR) team is one of the UK's leading dispute resolution practices, advising clients on a diverse range of matters from domestic disputes to complex, multi-million-pound international litigation.

With offices across the UK and an extensive international network spanning Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and North America, we support clients wherever their business takes them.

We're looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Bristol-based PCR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced professional services environment, enjoys working collaboratively, and takes pride in delivering outstanding support to legal professionals and clients alike.

### Why Join Us?

At DAC Beachcroft, you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive culture where your contribution is genuinely valued. You'll work alongside highly regarded legal professionals, gain exposure to complex and interesting work, and benefit from hybrid working alongside opportunities for development and progression.

We believe our people are central to our success, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone can perform at their best while building a rewarding long-term career.

### Responsibilities

As a key member of a four-person secretarial team, you will provide high-quality support to fee earners and contribute to the smooth running of the wider practice.

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing complex diaries and coordinating meetings
- Preparing correspondence and legal documentation from digital dictation
- Supporting fee earners with day-to-day matter administration
- Building strong relationships with clients and their support teams
- Managing case management systems and opening new matters
- Maintaining accurate client and matter records
- Processing incoming and outgoing post and electronic documentation
- Preparing court bundles and client documentation using PDF Docs or BundleDocs
- Coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements
- Assisting with business development activities, client events and team communications
- Supporting billing processes, expense claims, disbursements and e-payments
- Monitoring outstanding invoices and assisting with debt management activities
- Handling confidential information in accordance with firm policies and data security requirements
- Working collaboratively across the secretarial team to ensure effective workload management and service delivery
### Skills

We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:

### Essential

- Previous Legal Secretary experience within a law firm
- Strong typing skills, with a minimum speed of 65 WPM
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills
- Experience using document and case management systems
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- A proactive and collaborative approach
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage competing priorities within a busy environment
- A client-focused mindset and commitment to service excellence
### Desirable

- Secretarial NVQ, Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Experience with iManage/FileSite, Visualfiles, 3E, Chrome River and/or BigHand
- Experience supporting litigation or dispute resolution teams
### Benefits

As a Disability Confident Scheme employer, we’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage (including the application, assessment or interview process), please contact recruitment@dacbeachcroft.com in confidence with the vacancy reference in the subject line, and we’ll be happy to help.

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