Family Legal Secretary / Administrative Assistant – Whitley Bay
Salary: £24,000–£27,000 depending on experience
Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered
Location: Whitley Bay, North Tyneside
Working Pattern: Office based
Contract: Permanent
An established law firm in Whitley Bay is looking to recruit a Family Legal Secretary / Administrative Assistant to provide secretarial and administrative support to its busy Family Law team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator or Legal Assistant who enjoys providing hands-on support to solicitors and wants to join a friendly and professional legal environment.
Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered, making this a particularly attractive opportunity for someone looking for greater flexibility in their next legal support role.
The Role
Working closely with Family Solicitors, you will provide day-to-day secretarial and administrative support, helping to ensure files are organised, deadlines are met and clients receive an efficient and professional service.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Preparing, organising and paginating court bundles and other legal documents
• Audio and copy typing correspondence and documentation
• Preparing letters, forms and standard legal documents
• Opening, maintaining and closing client files
• Managing diaries, appointments and key dates
• Liaising with clients, courts and other solicitors by telephone and email
• Scanning, filing and maintaining accurate electronic and paper records
• Assisting with general case administration across a busy Family Law caseload
• Supporting solicitors with the preparation of documentation ahead of court hearings
• Providing general administrative support to the wider Family team as required
About You
Previous experience within a law firm or legal environment would be highly advantageous, particularly if you have supported a Family Law department.
You will ideally have experience preparing court bundles and legal documentation, together with strong typing, administrative and organisational skills.
You should also be comfortable dealing professio...
Family Legal Secretary/Admin Assistant - Whitley Bay employer: qed legal Careers
Join a leading Legal 500 recognised firm in the Thames Valley, where you will be part of a supportive and progressive Wills Inheritance Team. With a strong emphasis on professional development and career progression, this firm offers an excellent work culture that values quality legal work and client service. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a highly regarded practice that has been acknowledged for its excellence, providing you with meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities.
