Family Legal Secretary

Birmingham – £25,000 - £30,000

Family Legal Secretary
South Birmingham
£25,000 - £30,000
 
A highly regarded regional law firm is looking for an experienced Family Legal Secretary to provide dedicated support to a Senior Family Solicitor within its established and well-respected Family department. This is a superb opportunity for a proactive, organised professional with strong secretarial experience in family law.
 
The Role
You will be an essential member of the team, ensuring the smooth running of daily operations and delivering a consistently professional service to clients. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a busy environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Preparing correspondence, legal documents, and reports via audio typing and word processing
• Managing digital filing systems, including opening, closing, storing, and retrieving client files
• Coordinating diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging appointments
• Providing reception cover when required
• Delivering professional, client-focused support both face-to-face and over the phone
• Assisting with court documentation and maintaining case management systems
• Working collaboratively with other secretaries and administrative staff to support the wider team
• Handling confidential information with discretion and upholding high standards of client care

About You

• Previous legal secretarial or PA experience within a law firm
• Experience within Family Law is essential
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication
• Professional, confident, and client-focused, with outstanding attention to detail
• Highly organised and able to manage a busy workload independently

This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled Family Legal Secretary who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment and is keen to join a respected, growing team.