Family Legal Secretary

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in West Sussex is seeking a confident Family Legal Secretary to support their busy team. The ideal candidate will excel in organizational skills, enjoy handling various administrative tasks, and have experience in family law. Offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and free on-site parking.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Close-knit team

Free on-site parking

Offices within walking distance of shops and cafés

Qualifications

• Previous experience in family law as a legal secretary is ideal.
• Excellent typing skills are a must.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, answer calls, and schedule appointments efficiently.
• Draft and proofread legal documents with attention to detail.
• Assist with trial prep and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Client-friendly manner

Sense of humour

Education

Experience in a legal secretary role

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

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We’re recruiting on behalf of our client, a dynamic and growing law firm in West Sussex, for a confident and capable Family Legal Secretary.

If you’re an experienced Family Legal Secretary and the kind of person who thrives on keeping everything (and everyone) organised, can spot a typo at 50 paces, and doesn’t flinch when the printer jams again—this role may have your name on it.

About the Firm

Our client is a well-regarded, fast-paced practice that specialises in all things family law—from amicable separations to complex financial arrangements and the occasional pet custody negotiation. The team is known not just for its legal expertise, but for being supportive, collaborative, and a genuinely enjoyable group to work with. (They don’t wear capes, but they probably should.)

The Role

You’ll be the organisational force behind a team of busy family lawyers, keeping things ticking over and making sure no one misses a court deadline or a client meeting. You’ll handle everything from drafting documents and managing diaries to answering phones and assembling court bundles—all with a cool head and a can-do attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Answering calls, managing diaries, and scheduling appointments with the efficiency of a seasoned air traffic controller
• Drafting and proofreading legal documents with eagle-eyed attention to detail
• Managing both paper and digital files without losing your place (or your patience)
• Communicating with clients and courts in a professional and reassuring manner
• Assisting with trial prep and coordinating exhibits and witnesses like a logistical genius
• Maintaining confidentiality—because loose lips do more than sink ships in this line of work

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within family law
• Excellent typing skills (bonus points if you can audio type while sipping coffee)
• Confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Strong organisational and time-management skills—you don’t just keep up, you stay ahead
• A calm, client-friendly manner, even when the stakes (or emotions) are high
• A sense of humour—because sometimes laughter really is the best stress reliever

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• A close-knit team
• Free on-site parking
• Offices within easy walking distance of shops and cafés

Ready to support a top-tier legal team and make a real difference to clients' lives—while keeping the office running like clockwork? Apply NOW!