Legal Secretary

McIntosh Family Law; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family law firm in Aberdeen City is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to provide vital support to solicitors. The role offers an opportunity to work in a warm and professional environment. Candidates should have proven experience in family law, excellent communication skills, and strong technical abilities. Join a dedicated team where your contribution will matter.

Benefits

Own parking space

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a family law department as a legal secretary.
• Strong technical ability and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support.
• Handle audio and copy typing of legal documents.
• Manage telephone calls and schedule appointments.

Skills

Proven experience as a legal secretary

Excellent communication skills

Fast and accurate typing

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proactive attitude

Job description

At McIntosh Family Law, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional, specialist advice in a warm, supportive environment. As a small firm dedicated exclusively to family law, we understand the emotional and practical challenges our clients face. With decades of experience handling complex financial matters, sensitive child-related issues, and all aspects of separation and divorce, our team is committed to going the extra mile for every individual who walks through our door.

We are now seeking a skilled and dependable Legal Secretary to join our close-knit team. If you have experience in family law and want to work in a professional yet welcoming office with excellent working conditions and your own parking space this could be the perfect opportunity.

As our Legal Secretary, you will play an essential part in supporting our solicitors and ensuring the smooth running of the department.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support
• Audio and copy typing of letters, documents, correspondence and court forms
• Producing accurate legal documents and file notes
• Preparing court bundles
• Managing telephone calls in a polite, friendly and efficient manner
• Scheduling appointments and dealing directly with clients
• General administration: filing, photocopying, archiving, and maintaining up-to-date case files
• Accessing and updating our case management system
• Assisting with money‑laundering checks, cash entries and preparation of fee notes
• Handling all confidential information discreetly and professionally

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a legal secretary within a family law department
• Excellent communication skills, with a confident, friendly and outgoing manner both in person and over the phone
• Strong technical ability, including fast and accurate typing
• Exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to work independently, manage a busy workload and meet tight deadlines
• A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word
• A dependable, proactive attitude

If you’re looking to join a supportive firm where your contribution truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and cover letter for consideration.