Legal Secretary - Family
Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£28k - £28k Annual
Full-Time
Family Legal Secretary
Location: Reading
The Opportunity
A prestigious Top 50 UK law firm is seeking an experienced Family Legal Secretary to join its highly regarded Family team in Reading.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to work alongside leading family law specialists, providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across a broad range of family law matters. The firm offers a collaborative working environment, excellent career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to employee well being.
Key Responsibilities
Providing high-level secretarial support to fee earners within the Family team.
Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.
Handling client communications professionally and efficiently.
Opening and closing files in accordance with firm procedures.
Managing document production, filing, and matter administration.
Assisting with billing, time recording, and expense management.
Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other third parties.
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures.Candidate Requirements
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law.
Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Exceptional communication and client care skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
Professional, discreet, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information.What's on Offer
The opportunity to join a highly respected Top 50 UK law firm.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid working arrangements.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Exposure to high-quality family law work and leading legal professionals.Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Location: Reading
The Opportunity
A prestigious Top 50 UK law firm is seeking an experienced Family Legal Secretary to join its highly regarded Family team in Reading.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to work alongside leading family law specialists, providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across a broad range of family law matters. The firm offers a collaborative working environment, excellent career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to employee well being.
Key Responsibilities
Providing high-level secretarial support to fee earners within the Family team.
Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.
Handling client communications professionally and efficiently.
Opening and closing files in accordance with firm procedures.
Managing document production, filing, and matter administration.
Assisting with billing, time recording, and expense management.
Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other third parties.
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures.Candidate Requirements
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law.
Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Exceptional communication and client care skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
Professional, discreet, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information.What's on Offer
The opportunity to join a highly respected Top 50 UK law firm.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid working arrangements.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Exposure to high-quality family law work and leading legal professionals.Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Reference: 225185752
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Legal Secretary - Family
Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£28k - £28k Annual
Full-Time
Family Legal Secretary
Location: Reading
The Opportunity
A prestigious Top 50 UK law firm is seeking an experienced Family Legal Secretary to join its highly regarded Family team in Reading.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to work alongside leading family law specialists, providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across a broad range of family law matters. The firm offers a collaborative working environment, excellent career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to employee well being.
Key Responsibilities
Providing high-level secretarial support to fee earners within the Family team.
Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.
Handling client communications professionally and efficiently.
Opening and closing files in accordance with firm procedures.
Managing document production, filing, and matter administration.
Assisting with billing, time recording, and expense management.
Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other third parties.
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures.Candidate Requirements
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law.
Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Exceptional communication and client care skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
Professional, discreet, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information.What's on Offer
The opportunity to join a highly respected Top 50 UK law firm.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid working arrangements.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Exposure to high-quality family law work and leading legal professionals.Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Location: Reading
The Opportunity
A prestigious Top 50 UK law firm is seeking an experienced Family Legal Secretary to join its highly regarded Family team in Reading.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to work alongside leading family law specialists, providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across a broad range of family law matters. The firm offers a collaborative working environment, excellent career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to employee well being.
Key Responsibilities
Providing high-level secretarial support to fee earners within the Family team.
Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.
Handling client communications professionally and efficiently.
Opening and closing files in accordance with firm procedures.
Managing document production, filing, and matter administration.
Assisting with billing, time recording, and expense management.
Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other third parties.
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures.Candidate Requirements
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law.
Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Exceptional communication and client care skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
Professional, discreet, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information.What's on Offer
The opportunity to join a highly respected Top 50 UK law firm.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid working arrangements.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Exposure to high-quality family law work and leading legal professionals.Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Reference: 225185752
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