Legal Secretary
28000 Annual
Legal Secretary - Family Law Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 Hours: Full-time, office-based Type: Permanent
About the Role
A well-established, highly respected law firm in Coventry is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Family Law department. This is a key support role working closely with solicitors on a mix of private family matters, including divorce, finances, and children work.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing full secretarial support to the Family Law team
- Preparing legal documents, bundles, court forms and correspondence
- Audio typing, digital dictation and document production
- Managing diaries, appointments and case administration
- Liaising with clients, courts and external agencies
- Handling confidential information with professionalism
- Supporting fee-earners to ensure smooth case progression
What We're Looking For
- Experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Family Law Secretary, or Legal PA
- Strong knowledge of Family Law processes (private family preferred)
- Fast, accurate typing and excellent document formatting
- Confident communicator with a calm, professional manner
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
Why Join This Firm?
- Long-standing, reputable practice with a supportive culture
- Stable, friendly team with excellent staff retention
- Genuine development opportunities
- Modern office environment
- A role where you're truly valued - not just another number
BENEFITS
Benefits • 23 days holiday with 1 day off for your birthday as an additional day. • Holiday increase with each year of service after 5 years • Pension • Dress down on the last working day of the month. 1 • Subsidized legal fees • Training funding support/professional development • Company sick pay • Cycle to work scheme • Eyecare vouchers • Flu jab voucher • Refer a friend scheme
How to Apply
If you're an experienced Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant with a background in Family Law, we'd love to hear from you.