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Family Legal Secretary

Additional Resources
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Barnet, Hertfordshire EN5 5TN

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal firm, known for its professional and supportive working environment.
  • This full-time role offers a salary of FTE £27,000 along with various benefits including a pension scheme and optional healthcare coverage.
  • Candidates should have experience as a legal secretary or in a similar administrative role, ideally within family or childcare law, with strong organizational skills.
  • The position involves managing appointment diaries, handling client communications, and supporting legal aid matters among other administrative duties.
  • This is a great opportunity for a Family Legal Secretary to join a dynamic team, providing vital services within the family law sector.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Legal Secretary  o join a well-established legal firm, known for its professional and supportive working environment.

As a Family Legal Secretary, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, helping to ensure the smooth operation of the team and assisting with client-facing matters.

This full-time role offers a salary of FTE £27,000 benefits.


You will be responsible for:

  • Typing from digital dictation and managing electronic documentation.

  • Managing appointment diaries for fee earners and senior team members.

  • Handling telephone calls with clients, counsel, experts, and other third parties.

  • Supporting legal aid matters and applications, including CCMS processes.

  • Actioning fee notes and processing expert invoices.

  • Maintaining compliance with office procedures and practice manuals.

  • Assisting with client visits and general office administration.

  • Performing any additional administrative duties as required by the team.

What we are looking for:

  • Previously worked as a Family Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
  • Experience as a legal secretary or in a similar administrative role, ideally within family or childcare law.

  • Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

  • Fast and accurate typing skills with excellent spelling and attention to detail.

  • Clear and precise written and verbal communication.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a professional environment.

  • Proficiency with electronic filing systems and office software.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary with structured reviews.

  • Pension scheme with employer contribution.

  • Optional healthcare coverage.

  • Hybrid working arrangements (up to two days per week remote after training).

  • Modern, paperless office with advanced IT systems.

  • Annual leave starting at 23 days plus bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year, with increases based on service.

  • Ongoing training and professional development.

  • Mentorship, supportive supervision, and annual appraisals.

  • Social events and additional employee perks.

This is a great opportunity for a Family Legal Secretary to join a supportive and dynamic team, providing vital services within the family law sector.

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Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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