Family Legal Secretary
Worcester – £30,000 - £35,000
Legal Secretary - Legal Aid Family Department
Location: Worcester
Salary: up to £35K
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Worcester
Salary: up to £35K
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
A leading law firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal PA / Legal Secretary to join their high-performing Family team in Worcester. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal secretary or PA to provide full support to Partners and Fee Earners, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the family department.
About the Role
In this fast-paced and varied position, you'll deliver a full range of secretarial services, including:
- Full diary and email management
- Drafting correspondence and legal documents
- Document production and complex amendments
- Client file management, including opening/closing and compliance checks
- Organising travel and meetings for legal professionals
- Handling client communications and document dispatch, including DocuSign
- Financial admin support, such as expenses and cheque requisitions
- Supporting the wider team with cover during absences
This role requires a forward-thinking, highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a professional, team-focused attitude.
What We're Looking For:
- Prior experience as a Legal PA or Secretary - Essential 1 year minimum in Family.
- Excellent document production skills, particularly in Word
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- A proactive and professional approach with strong organisational skills
- Strong IT skills - Outlook, Word, digital dictation (PowerPoint/Excel a plus)
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Legal Secretary / PA with Legal Aid family experience - please apply within.
Chris Hodgson is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, with over 9 years at the company. He joined the company in 2015 and works with clients across the Midlands, representing candidates ranging from qualified solicitors to legal support staff. Chris has also studied a Professional Marketing Course. Outside of work, Chris loves travelling and has participated in extreme activities like skydiving and bungee jumping in New Zealand.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Family Law
- Type:
- Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Worcester
- Reference: 1337497
