Job Description
Family Legal Secretary – Kenilworth
Our client is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Legal Secretary to join its growing and busy Family Department in Kenilworth.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting a team of expert legal professionals within a friendly, collaborative and supportive environment.
What We Offer
* Salary at £23,000 – £28,000
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Additional holiday entitlement after 5 years’ service
* Pension scheme
* Subsidised legal fees
* Company sick pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Eyecare vouchers and flu jab voucher
The Role
You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, ensure the smooth running of the department and assist with a wide range of family law matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Audio typing and preparation of legal documents including letters, briefs, statements, petitions and court applications
* Drafting and formatting forms, agreements, deeds, schedules, mediation documents and attendance notes
* Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and handling client communications
* Liaising with third parties including counsel, experts and other solicitors
* Preparing court bundles, briefs and supporting documentation
* Assisting with photocopying and document management for hearings
* Preparing costs schedules for court
* Time recording, billing support and assisting with invoicing
* Maintaining accurate filing systems and archiving closed files
* Handling outstanding client and office balances
* Providing reception cover when required
* General administrative and secretarial support to the Family team
About You
* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law (or strong legal secretarial experience)
* Strong audio typing and IT skills
* Excellent communication and telephone manner
* Professional, organised and able to manage a busy workload
* Experience with case management and accounts systems preferred
If you are an Legal Secretary who wants to progress their career in a busy family department, apply today.
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