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Family Legal Secretary

Job description

Legal Secretary

Are you an experienced legal secretary with a passion for family law? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and dedicated Legal Secretary to join the Family team at a highly regarded Legal 500 firm.

The Role:

As a key member of the Family Department, you'll provide comprehensive secretarial support, ensuring the smooth running of the team. Your duties will include:

  • Client liaison: Handling new enquiries, booking appointments, and opening/closing files.
  • Document management: Drafting, formatting, and preparing legal documents.
  • Case support: Assisting with client interviews, note-taking, and file maintenance.
  • Administrative tasks: Managing correspondence, scheduling, and diary management.
  • Client care: Addressing client queries promptly, providing regular updates, and ensuring a positive client experience.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • Secretarial experience: Extensive legal secretarial experience, ideally within family law.
  • Professionalism: A positive, proactive, and professional attitude.
  • Team player: A collaborative approach, supporting colleagues across the department.
  • Organisational skills: Strong attention to detail and excellent time management.

The Team:

The Family Department is a dynamic and supportive environment, providing expert advice on all aspects of matrimonial and family law. With a partner-led approach, the team fosters development and ensures work is allocated at the appropriate level, promoting growth and collaboration across the firm.

Why Join?

This firm offers:

  • A supportive and inclusive culture.
  • Opportunities for career progression.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • A focus on work-life balance, including hybrid working options.

If you're a legal secretary looking to enhance your career within a top-tier firm, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

Legal 500 Firm | Competitive Salary & Benefits | Hybrid Options Available

How to Apply:
For more information or a confidential discussion about this role, contact Jessica at Gerrard White.

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