Family Legal Assistant

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Posted 17 days ago, valid for 6 days

Bury, Lancashire BL8 1JJ, England

Full Time

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The position is for a Legal Assistant/Secretary in a Family Law department located in Bury.
Candidates should have previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant specifically in Family Law.
The role offers a competitive salary along with 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
The firm provides ongoing training, development opportunities, and a pension scheme.
Ideal candidates will possess fast and accurate typing skills, with audio typing being an advantage.

Legal Assistant/Secretary – Family Law – BuryJoin a busy and friendly Family Law department as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant. Enjoy ongoing support, training, and development in a collaborative team, with a wide range of benefits and career progression opportunities.Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Assistant with a background in Family Law? This is a great opportunity to join a well-established regional law firm at their Bury office. You’ll provide vital secretarial and administrative support to fee earners handling sensitive family matters – all while being part of a supportive and professional team.Key Responsibilities:Provide full secretarial support to Family Law fee earners, including audio typingAssist with case management and prepare legal documentation under instructionManage diaries, appointments, and meetingsLiaise professionally with clients, courts, and external agencies by phone and emailMaintain and update internal databases and case files accuratelyCandidate Requirements:Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant in a Family Law teamFast and accurate typing skills (audio typing an advantage)What’s on Offer:Competitive salaryOngoing training, development, and internal compliance webinars, provide the opportunity to get fee earning experience and progress quickly.25 days holiday + bank holidays, with additional leave after 2 years’ serviceBirthday offPension schemeThis is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their legal support career within a friendly, fast-paced Family Law team that values personal development and long-term staff retention.If you’re interested send your CV to Or call for a confidential chat about this role or similar legal support roles in your area.

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