Honeycomb is delighted to be working alongside a well‑established legal practice in the search for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Family & Matrimonial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong sector experience to step into a busy role, provide high‑level support to fee earners, and work within a professional and supportive legal environment.
The Job
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to support partners and fee earners across a range of family and matrimonial matters. The role will involve delivering comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, including preparing and managing legal documentation such as court forms and client correspondence.
You will be responsible for audio and copy typing, document production, and maintaining efficient file management systems. Acting as a professional and empathetic point of contact, you will liaise with clients, counsel, and third parties, recognising the sensitive nature of family law matters.
The Company
Our client is a respected and established legal firm with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality legal services. The firm offers a supportive and collaborative working environment and places a strong emphasis on professionalism, discretion, and client care, particularly within sensitive practice areas such as family and matrimonial law.
Package / Benefits
* Salary commensurate with experience
* 33 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory holidays)
* 3% employer pension contribution
* On‑site car parking available if required
* Full‑time, permanent opportunity
The Role
* Provide high‑level secretarial and administrative support to partners and fee earners
* Prepare, amend and manage legal documentation, including court forms and correspondence
* Maintain organised and accurate file management systems
* Act as a professional and empathetic point of contact for clients and third parties
* Manage diaries, meetings, and consultations efficiently
* Monitor court dates, deadlines, and key milestones
* Ensure confidentiality and consistently high standards of work
The Person
* Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal PA within family and matrimonial law
* Strong typing and document production skills with excellent attention to detail
* Clear and professional communication skills with a sensitive, client‑focused approach
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
* Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
* A collaborative team player with a flexible and supportive attitude
Disclaimer
If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss. Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Please note, we are receiving an exceptionally high number of applications and may be unable to shortlist candidates who do not meet the specific requirements for this role. Due to the volume of applications, we may be unable to provide individual feedback. We thank you in advance for your understanding.
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