Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant

Our Family team is looking for an organised and proactive Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join a busy and supportive department. In this role you will work closely with the team, playing an important role in ensuring matters progress smoothly and clients receive a professional, efficient and compassionate service.,

• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court paperwork;
• Managing client files and document administration;
• Coordinating diaries, appointments and meetings;
• Liaising with clients, courts and third parties;
• Assisting with Legal Aid administration and the progression of client matters,

Join our award-winning Family Law team, who have previously been recognised as Children Law Team of the Year (National) and Family Law Firm of the Year (Midlands & Wales). In the Legal 500, a major international legal directory that researches and ranks law firms, our Family Law team are extremely proud to be ranked in the Top Tier in the East Midlands and Tier 2 in Yorkshire, with many of our lawyers individually recognised. You will work alongside some of the region's finest family lawyers in a department with a reputation for excellence and meaningful client care, in a close‑knit, supportive environment, where collaboration and compassion underpin everything we do.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment, can manage competing priorities effectively and takes pride in producing accurate, high quality work. Previous experience within a Family Law department would be highly advantageous.

You will also have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• A professional and compassionate approach to client care;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Audio typing experience (desirable, but full training can be provided);
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office;
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Competitive annual leave entitlement and sickness cover
• Life Assurance at 3x annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling services, 24/7 GP appointments (telephone and video), physiotherapy, medical cashback benefits and discounts on retail, leisure and travel purchases
• Training and career development opportunities

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