Secretary

About The RoleJob Title: Secretary Location: Belfast Working Pattern: Office Based Contract Type: Permanent About HF People. Not just lawyers We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law. Our Northern Ireland team is recognised as the region’s leading defence practice, representing a wide portfolio of insurer clients across everything from early ‑ stage recoveries to complex, multi ‑ million ‑ pound catastrophic injury claims. Led by Matthew Fitzpatrick - one of Northern Ireland ’ s most experienced and respected personal injury specialists - we combine deep technical expertise with innovative, proactive strategies that place our clients ahead of claimant behaviours and emerging litigation trends. With a strong focus on pre ‑ action intelligence, tailored tactics, and a collaborative approach, our team continues to shape the landscape of insurance litigation in Northern Ireland while delivering exceptional results for our clients. What You’ll Be Doing

• Playing a key role within a busy law firm, supporting the delivery of high ‑ quality services across the Northern Ireland team.
• Working both independently and collaboratively as part of a successful, well ‑ established department.
• Producing accurate audio typing and providing a range of secretarial support as required.
• Inputting MI data into spreadsheets and assisting with wider administrative tasks across the team.
• Supporting colleagues with day ‑ to ‑ day operational duties to ensure smooth workflow.
• Taking advantage of full training provided to help you succeed in the role.

What do I need?

• Audio typing experience in a high ‑ volume environment, or experience in a similar role within a busy and varied support services setting.
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage workload effectively in a fast ‑ paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence working as part of a team.
• Competence using database systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Experience with MI (Management Information) is desirable, but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What’s in it for you? Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success. You’ll Enjoy

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!

What next? If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you! Submit your CV here and we’ll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don’t have something right now, we’ll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of our talent pipeline.