Legal Executive

Additional Resources; Worthing; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a Family Legal Executive in Worthing. The successful candidate will support senior solicitors while managing their own caseload within family law. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Previously worked in a family law role.
• Strong interest in family law.
• Experience managing a personal caseload.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior solicitors with complex family law cases.
• Draft legal documents, including applications and statements.
• Attend client meetings and hearings as required.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Analytical skills

Technical legal skills

IT systems proficiency (Excel, HMCTS Portal)

Ability to prioritise

Education

Qualified Legal Executive

1-2 years PQE

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

Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Additional Information

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.

Important Information

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Job Details

• Job Title: Legal Executive
• Company: Additional Resources
• Location: Worthing, West Sussex
• Posted: Sep 9th 2025
• Closes: Oct 10th 2025
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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