Legal Secretary Family Law

Ideal Personnel & Recruitment Solutions Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family law firm in Cambridge is seeking a Legal Secretary to support three fee earners. The ideal candidate will have excellent secretarial skills, attention to detail, and experience in family law. Responsibilities include liaising with clients, audio typing, and general administrative support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a friendly team and grow in their career.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of working with people.
• Great organisational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail and proofing experience.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, courts, and other professionals.
• Audio type and proofread correspondence.
• Provide general administrative support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Confident audio typing

Team player

Job description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join their family law team. This friendly team is looking for someone with excellent secretarial skills and experience to support three dedicated fee earners. You'll be an integral part of their team, working closely with them to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Liaising confidently and professionally with clients, courts, and other professionals
• Audio typing and proofreading correspondence including letters and emails
• General administrative support including scanning, photocopying, and file management
• Opening files, conducting ID checks, and preparing client care letters

A little about you:

• Excellent communication skills and a genuine enjoyment of working with people
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident audio typing and formatting skills
• A proactive team player with a willingness to learn
• Prior secretarial experience in family law would be advantageous