Family Legal Secretary

Nelson Bridges; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Family Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive support within their busy Family Law department. The ideal candidate has strong organisational skills, excellent IT competencies, and a client-focused approach. The role offers a friendly working environment and opportunities to develop skills while working on varied Family Law matters.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities to develop skills

Variety of interesting Family Law matters

Qualifications

• A minimum of previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in Family Law.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Excellent IT skills and experience with case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to Family Law team members.
• Manage diaries and appointments to meet deadlines.
• Liaise with clients and third parties professionally.

Skills

Experience as a Legal Secretary

Organisational skills

Time management skills

IT skills (MS Office)

Attention to detail

Professional communication skills

Job description

Overview

Nelson Bridges is delighted to be working with a highly regarded and long-established law firm in their search for a talented Family Legal Secretary. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team, providing secretarial and administrative support within a busy Family Law department.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners in the Family Law team
• Preparing, drafting, and formatting a wide range of legal correspondence, court documents, and forms
• Managing diaries, appointments, and court dates to ensure deadlines are met
• Handling telephone and email enquiries, ensuring clients are supported with empathy and professionalism
• Maintaining and updating case management systems and legal files
• Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties in a confidential and efficient manner

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (experience in Family Law is highly desirable)
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and case management systems
• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
• Professional communication skills with a client-focused approach

What’s on Offer

• The chance to join a well-established and supportive law firm
• A friendly working environment with opportunities to develop your skills
• The opportunity to work on a variety of interesting Family Law matters

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking your next role within Family Law, we'd love to hear from you