Legal Executive

Additional Resources; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in England is seeking a Family Legal Executive to support solicitors and manage a personal caseload within family law. The ideal candidate must be a qualified Legal Executive with 1-2 years PQE and excellent legal skills. This full-time role offers competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• 1-2 years PQE in family law.
• Experienced in managing caseloads.
• Strong interest in family law.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with family law cases.
• Manage personal caseload under supervision.
• Draft legal documents and provide legal advice.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Analytical skills

Technical legal skills

Prioritization skills

IT skills (Excel, HMCTS Portal)

Education

Qualified Legal Executive

Tools

Excel

HMCTS Portal

Practical Law

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Legal Executive to join a reputable law firm known for delivering tailored legal solutions across a wide range of practice areas. As a Family Legal Executive, you will be supporting senior solicitors while managing your own caseload and developing expertise across all areas of family law.

This full-time permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits. They will also consider experienced paralegals studying towards qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior solicitors with complex and high-value family law cases
• Managing a personal caseload under appropriate supervision
• Drafting legal documents, including applications and statements
• Attending client meetings, hearings, and mediations as required
• Providing timely and accurate legal advice to clients
• Ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory obligations
• Working in line with the Resolution Code of Practice

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Family Legal Executive, Family Paralegal, Family Solicitor, Family Lawyer, Fee Earner, Legal Executive, Family law Solicitor, Junior Family Solicitor, Assistant Family Solicitor or in a similar role
• Possess 1-2 years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience)
• Qualified Legal Executive with a strong interest in family law
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and technical legal skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively, manage workload, and meet deadlines
• Skilled in IT systems such as Excel, HMCTS Portal, and Practical Law

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive and dynamic team environment
• Ongoing training to enhance legal expertise

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor or aspiring family law professional to develop their career within a respected and forward-thinking legal team.

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