Legal Secretary

About the role

We are looking for a qualified and mature Legal Secretary to join our busy law firm in Nairobi. The successful candidate will be highly organized, professional, and able to hit the ground running, providing efficient administrative and clerical support to our advocates.

Key responsibilities

• Manage legal documents, correspondence, and filing systems.
• Type and format legal letters, pleadings, and reports.
• Handle phone calls, emails, and client appointments professionally.
• Maintain diaries, court dates, and meeting schedules.
• Support advocates with daily office operations.
• Ensure confidentiality of legal and client information.

Required profile

• Diploma or Certificate in Secretarial Studies, Office Administration, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a law firm or legal office (highly preferred).
• Excellent typing speed and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, maturity, and ability to work under pressure.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Proficiency in Outlook.
• Experience with document management systems.

What we offer

• Immediate start preferred.
• Competitive monthly salary of KSh 35,000.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment.