Legal Secretary / Assistant

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Totnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading law firm as a Family Law Legal Secretary in Totnes! This role offers a supportive environment where you'll manage files, provide administrative support, and enhance client communication. With excellent benefits like a parking permit and 25 days of holiday, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow in the legal field. Be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and offers numerous training opportunities to help you advance your career.

Benefits

Parking Permit

25 Days Holiday

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal secretary role, particularly in family law.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and close dormant files, liaising with Fee Earners.
• Provide administrative support and handle client inquiries.

Skills

Administrative Support

Client Communication

File Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Legal Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Family Law Legal Secretary

We are supporting a leading law firm based in Totnes, seeking an experienced Family Law Legal Secretary to join their friendly and supportive team.

Responsibilities:

1. Identify and locate open but dormant files, take steps to close them, liaise with the responsible Fee Earner, advise on time or financial balances, and handle formal file closing and archiving.
2. Identify and update archives booked out to individual Fee Earners in the database.
3. Provide cost-effective administrative and secretarial support across all departments.
4. Handle routine client inquiries and communications where possible.
5. Manage the collation of start and completion data for matters.
6. Coordinate the key dates reminder system.
7. Participate in marketing activities at firm, departmental, or office levels.
8. Attend staff meetings as required, contributing to discussions.
9. Respond to internal work-related emails within 24 hours.
10. Familiarize with and adhere to the staff handbook, practice rules, and procedures.

This role offers excellent benefits, including a parking permit, 25 days of holiday, and numerous training and development opportunities.