Family Legal Secretary
Location: Bradford
Salary: DOE
Experience: Minimum 1 year in a legal support role
Working Pattern: Hybrid available
Hours: Full Time
The Role
We are working with a well-regarded family law team in Bradford who are seeking a proactive Family Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support. This is a great opportunity for someone with at least one year’s experience in a legal environment to build their skills within a varied and fast-paced family practice. Hybrid working is available once settled in.
You’ll support fee-earners across a wide range of family matters, including complex and sensitive cases, so professionalism, attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing comprehensive secretarial support to family fee-earners, including audio typing, document formatting, file management and diary coordination
* Preparing and handling documentation relating to:
o Relationship breakdown and separation
o Financial negotiations and settlements
o Child-related arrangements and welfare matters
o Sensitive and urgent applications
o Agreements for couples planning to live together or formalise arrangements
o Situations involving external agencies or protective measures
* Managing incoming enquiries with empathy and confidentiality
* Liaising with clients, courts, counsel and third parties
* Ensuring accurate file maintenance and compliance with procedures
* Supporting broader team administration where needed
About You
* At least 1 year’s experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
* Confident with digital dictation, case management systems and MS Office
* Able to remain calm, professional and supportive when dealing with sensitive situations
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* A team player with a proactive, positive approach
What’s on Offer
* Salary DOE
* Hybrid working once established in the role
* Supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities
* Exposure to a broad mix of interesting and meaningful family law work
Interested? Contact Stan @ Simpson Judge Legal Recruitment on 07585 152683
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