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.