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Legal Secretary Family

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 27,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Legal Secretary – Family Law (Part Time) | Office Based

Southampton | £27-30K (Pro Rata)
Hours: 25 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 10:00am – 3:00pm (Flexible working hours available)

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are proud to be partnered with a highly successful, Southampton based Legal Firm.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a friendly and well-established Family Law team. This is an ideal role for an organised and proactive individual who enjoys providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support within a busy legal environment.

Working alongside experienced Family Solicitors, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department, providing first-class support while delivering an exceptional service to clients during what can often be sensitive and challenging circumstances.

The firm offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with flexibility around working hours, making this an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a healthy work-life balance without compromising on career development.

Key Responsibilities

  * Providing comprehensive secretarial support to the Family Law team.

  * Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence, court documents and reports.

  * Preparing legal documentation and court bundles.

  * Managing diaries, arranging appointments and coordinating meetings.

  * Liaising professionally with clients, barristers, courts and third parties.

  * Opening and closing client files in accordance with compliance procedures.

  * Managing incoming calls, emails and correspondence.

  * Maintaining accurate client records using the firm's case management system.

  * Assisting with billing, file administration and document management.

  * Supporting fee earners to ensure matters progress efficiently and deadlines are met.

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

  * Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law.

  * Excellent typing, organisational and administrative skills.

  * Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.

  * A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach.

  * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

  * Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.

  * The ability to work independently whilst also contributing positively to a collaborative team.

What's on Offer?

  * Part-time position (25 hours per week).

  * Flexible working hours around the core schedule of Monday to Friday.

  * Supportive and friendly working environment.

  * Opportunity to work within a respected Family Law department.

  * Ongoing training and professional development.

  * Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd agency are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency

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