Family Legal Secretary

About the role

An experienced and organised family legal secretary is sought to join an established regional solicitors' firm. The successful candidate will support and assist fee earners within the family department. The position is permanent, full-time or part-time, based in Hartlepool or Peterlee.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, format and proofread correspondence and legal documents, and keep accurate, up-to-date records on the firm's case management system.
• Liaise with clients and give them updates on the progress of their cases.
• Answer and make phone calls and manage email communications.
• Schedule appointments and manage diaries.
• Assist with billing, time recording and other administrative tasks.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal procedures.

Required profile

• One year's previous experience as a legal secretary is essential.
• Experience with digital dictation and audio typing is preferred.
• Excellent typing and IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-focused, quality service.
• An organised, methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.

Applications are made by sending a CV and cover letter to the named contact at the firm.