Family Legal Secretary

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

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Swindon is seeking a Family Legal Secretary to support solicitors in the Family Law department. This role involves administrative duties, client interaction, and document management, requiring strong organisational skills and discretion. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal environment and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally in family law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and proofreading legal documents including divorce petitions.
• Managing correspondence and client interactions.
• Coordinating appointments and court dates.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Discretion

Client-focused approach

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

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swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Family Secretary will play a crucial role in supporting our solicitors and legal executives in the Family Law department. This position involves a combination of administrative duties, client interaction, and document management, requiring a high degree of discretion, efficiency, and sensitivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents including divorce petitions, care proceedings, and financial agreements
• Managing correspondence, telephone calls, and emails with clients and third parties
• Maintaining and organising client files in line with regulatory and confidentiality requirements
• Coordinating appointments, court dates, and meetings
• Assisting with billing, timesheets, and other administrative tasks as needed
• Liaising with courts, barristers’ chambers, and other professionals

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within a family law department
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• A discreet, empathetic, and client-focused approach
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines