Family Law Secretary Location: Huddersfield, Barnsley, South Elmsall or LeedsJob type: Full-time, permanentSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceWorking pattern: Hybrid working available SJC Partners is recruiting on behalf of a growing and well-established law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Secretary to join its supportive, close-knit family team. The role may be based at the firm’s Huddersfield, Barnsley, South Elmsall or Leeds office. Please note that an initial two-week training period will take place at the Barnsley office. You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the firm’s family law team, helping lawyers deliver an excellent standard of service to clients. Your responsibilities will include: Providing typing and administrative support to fee earners in a busy, fast-paced environment Arranging new client appointments Answering telephone calls and communicating with clients, solicitors and other external contacts Using digital dictation and the firm’s case management system Assisting with the creation and maintenance of precedents Attending regular team meetings and suggesting improvements to administrative processes Liaising with other members of the administration team Maintaining the confidentiality and security of client and firm information Undertaking other reasonable administrative duties when required The successful candidate will ideally have: Previous experience within a family law department at a firm of solicitors, or other closely related experience Strong typing and digital dictation skills A professional and confident telephone manner Excellent organisation and workload-management skills The ability to prioritise work for multiple fee earners A high level of autonomy and self-motivation A proactive, efficient and flexible approach Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate empathetically with clients The ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team Benefits Competitive salary, dependent on experience Hybrid working available Support for a healthy work-life balance 25 days’ annual leave plus
Family law secretary - huddersfield,barnsley,south elmsall or leeds employer: SJC Partners
SJC Partners offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for Senior Residential Conveyancers, where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth encouraged. Located in Bradford, the firm provides competitive salaries and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the legal sector.
