Family Legal Secretary

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

Job summary

A dynamic law firm is seeking a confident Family Legal Secretary to support a team of busy family lawyers in Preston. Responsibilities include managing diaries, drafting legal documents, and ensuring no deadlines are missed. This role is ideal for those with previous experience in family law, excellent organisational skills, and a friendly manner. Competitive salary offered, alongside a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Close-knit team

Free on-site parking

Offices within easy walking distance of shops and cafés

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within family law.
• Excellent typing skills and confident using Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Client-friendly manner

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

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Family Legal Secretary, preston, lancashire

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Client:

2M Legal - Executive Search

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Position: Family Legal Secretary

Location: West Sussex

Salary: Commensurate with experience

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!