Legal Secretary Family, Employment & Litigation
Location: Milton Keynes MK11
Hours: Part-time hours 3 days a week -could be school hours for the right candidate
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 will be pro ratad to part time
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Secretary to provide dedicated administrative and secretarial support to a law firm and team specialising in family and employment law. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong legal secretarial experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys varied, meaningful work.
Key Responsibilities
Document Preparation
Typing and drafting legal documents including contracts, agreements, witness statements, court forms, and court bundles
Audio typing (essential)
Completing routine AML checks and preparing relevant documentation
Administrative Support
Managing diaries and scheduling appointments via Outlook
Answering calls and handling general correspondence
Using the court portal to upload and monitor divorce and employment matters
Costing files and preparing invoices
Client Interaction
Liaising with clients in person, by phone, and via email
Providing updates and managing enquiries professionally and efficiently
Case Management
Organising and maintaining client files
Updating case management systems
Preparing and collating bundles for court
Office Duties
Photocopying, scanning, filing
Opening and closing files
Court & Litigation Support
Assisting with case preparation
Liaising with court staff and barristers clerks
Skills & Qualifications
Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (especially Word), Outlook, Excel, and legal case management software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of organisation and attention to detail
Professionalism and discretion with confidential information
Prior experience in a legal secretarial role is essential
Quality Personnel acting as an Employment Agency & Business (rated as one of the top 3 Agencies in Milton Keynes for the 6 th year running!).
Please note due to the volume of applications we receive you will only be contacted if we are progressing your application.
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