Family Legal Secretary

Family Legal Secretary
Ashford | £25,000 – £28,000 DOE
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Legal Secretary to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Ashford.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary who enjoys working in a busy and supportive environment, providing high-quality assistance to fee earners whilst delivering exceptional client care.
 
The successful candidate will become an integral part of a friendly and collaborative Family Law team, supporting fee earners with a broad range of administrative and secretarial duties.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Audio typing and document preparation
• Opening and closing client files
• Drafting legal correspondence and documentation
• Liaising with clients and third parties
• Managing diaries and appointments
• Providing comprehensive support to fee earners
• Maintaining accurate records and files
• General legal secretarial and administrative duties

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Family Legal Secretary or Legal Secretary
• Strong audio typing and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and client care abilities
• A professional and empathetic approach
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to prioritise workloads effectively
• A positive and adaptable attitude

Candidates with experience from other legal disciplines will also be considered.
 
Join a Legal 500 recognised firm offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits, genuine career progression and a supportive team culture. This well-established law firm has built an excellent reputation for both its client service and employee culture. Employees enjoy a supportive working environment where teamwork and collaboration are genuinely encouraged. The management team is approachable, colleagues support one another and there is a strong sense of community throughout the office.
 
 
Applications are being reviewed immediately and interviews are taking place ASAP.