[ref. d53065422] Family Legal Secretary - Clayton Recruitment

Full-Time Competitive Salary

Full-Time Competitive Salary

An established law firm in Leicester is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its Family Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and proactive professional to support a busy team of solicitors, handling a range of family law matters.

The Role

As a Family Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the department, with responsibilities including:

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to family law solicitors.
• Preparing and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and court bundles.
• Liaising with clients, court officials, and third parties in a professional manner.
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and handling incoming enquiries.
• Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintaining accurate case files and assisting with document management.
• Processing invoices and handling billing procedures.

• Prior experience as a Legal Secretary is essential, ideally within Family Law. However, candidates with experience in other legal disciplines will also be considered.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and case management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Convenient Leicester location with good transport links.

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a new opportunity within a respected law firm, please click APPLY or send a copy of your update CV to Mike on m.shipcott@clayton-legal.co.uk