• Application Deadline:
• Position: Secretary



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  
  

Job Summary

• A reputable Law firm located in Ikoyi, Lagos is seeking to recruit a smart, organized, and committed Secretary to support daily administrative operations and ensure the smooth running of the office.


• The ideal candidate must be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential information with professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, screen, and appropriately redirect phone calls.


• Handle and prioritize all incoming and outgoing correspondence (emails, letters, packages, etc.).


• Type, format, and prepare letters, court processes, and other legal documents as required.


• Prepare the weekly cause list.


• Prepare the conference room for meetings and serve refreshments when required.


• Handle confidential documents for the Principal Counsel, ensuring proper security and discretion.


• Collate and maintain the firm’s client list.


• Ensure the reception area is clean and presentable at all times.


• Request, purchase, and manage inventory of office supplies.


• Update and review the inventory book daily to maintain approved stock levels.


• Distribute and monitor the use of stationery issued to staff.


• Prepare and input requisitions for office supplies on the payment approval platform.


• Maintain attendance registers and movement record books in good condition.


• Compile and send daily attendance reports to Management.


• Perform other clerical and administrative duties as assigned.


• Ensure full compliance with the firm’s core values and policies.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of B.Sc. or HND qualification.


• 3–5 years of experience as a Secretary, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.


• Experience in customer service and client communication.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.


• High level of discretion and professionalism.

Required Competencies:

• Attention to detail


• Confidentiality and integrity


• Proactiveness


• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively


• Professional appearance and demeanor.