Family Legal Secretary – Margate
26 days ago
Margate
About the Role: We are looking for a professional and organised individual to join our Margate office as a Family Team Legal Secretary. The position provides a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic law firm, supporting both client-facing and administrative duties in a fast-paced, professional environment. Key Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality secretarial and legal assistant support to the Family & Childcare Team., • Type from digital dictation and other sources accurately and efficiently., • Manage electronic filing and ensure proper document storage in line with firm procedures., • Deal with telephone calls from clients, Counsel, experts, and other third parties in a professional manner., • Maintain appointment diaries for Fee Earners and Senior Team Members., • Assist with legal aid matters and applications via CCMS., • Process fee notes, expert invoices, and other financial documentation related to cases., • Ensure compliance with all office procedures and the firm’s Practice Manual., • Greet and liaise with clients and visitors as appropriate, providing professional and courteous support., • Action any other administrative or legal support tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of the team. Person Specification: • Previous experience as a legal secretary or administrative assistant is essential., • Interest or experience in Family & Childcare Law preferred., • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Professional, approachable, and client-focused manner., • Fast and accurate typing skills, with excellent attention to detail., • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines., • Proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach to work. Working With Us: • Hybrid working arrangements., • Supportive supervision and mentorship., • Ongoing training and career development opportunities., • Competitive base salary with pension contribution and optional Benenden Health Care., • Firm laptop and access to modern IT systems., • Annual leave of 23 days plus bank holidays, with review and increase with service., • Bi-annual staff events and additional perks. We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal fields