Hybrid Family Law Secretary - Admin & Case Support

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

Job summary

A family law firm is seeking a Family Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative support in Bradford. The role requires at least one year’s experience in a legal environment and offers hybrid working once established. Key responsibilities include managing documentation for sensitive cases and liaising with clients and courts. Successful candidates will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Ongoing development opportunities

Exposure to diverse family law work

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident in using digital dictation, case management systems, and MS Office.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in sensitive situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with a proactive and positive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to family fee-earners.
• Prepare and handle documentation for relationship breakdowns and financial negotiations.
• Manage incoming enquiries with empathy and confidentiality.
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, and third parties.
• Ensure accurate file maintenance and compliance with procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Digital dictation

Case management systems

MS Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proactive approach

Job description

A family law firm is seeking a Family Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative support in Bradford. The role requires at least one year’s experience in a legal environment and offers hybrid working once established. Key responsibilities include managing documentation for sensitive cases and liaising with clients and courts. Successful candidates will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities.