Family Legal Secretary

Simpson Judge; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal recruitment firm in Bradford is seeking a proactive Family Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support. This full-time role offers a dynamic environment with responsibilities including managing documentation related to family law cases and liaising with clients and courts. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in a legal support role, strong organizational skills, and the ability to remain calm in sensitive situations. Hybrid working is available after settling in.

Benefits

Ongoing development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to meaningful family law work

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role.
• Confident using digital dictation and MS Office.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to family fee-earners.
• Manage documentation related to relationship breakdowns and financial negotiations.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and third parties.
• Maintain accurate files and ensure compliance with legal procedures.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confident with digital dictation

Proficient in MS Office

Strong written and verbal communication

Team player

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Family Legal Secretary

Location: Bradford
Salary: DOE
Experience: Minimum 1 year in a legal support role
Working Pattern: Hybrid available
Hours: Full Time

Overview

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.

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:
  • Relationship breakdown and separation
  • Financial negotiations and settlements
  • Child-related arrangements and welfare matters
  • Sensitive and urgent applications
  • Agreements for couples planning to live together or formalise arrangements
  • 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 (phone number removed)