Legal Secretary Family

Legal Secretary – Family Law (Part Time) | Office Based

Southampton | £27-30K (Pro Rata)
Hours: 25 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 10:00am – 3:00pm (Flexible working hours available)

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are proud to be partnered with a highly successful, Southampton based Legal Firm.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a friendly and well-established Family Law team. This is an ideal role for an organised and proactive individual who enjoys providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support within a busy legal environment.

Working alongside experienced Family Solicitors, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department, providing first-class support while delivering an exceptional service to clients during what can often be sensitive and challenging circumstances.

The firm offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with flexibility around working hours, making this an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a healthy work-life balance without compromising on career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial support to the Family Law team.
• Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence, court documents and reports.
• Preparing legal documentation and court bundles.
• Managing diaries, arranging appointments and coordinating meetings.
• Liaising professionally with clients, barristers, courts and third parties.
• Opening and closing client files in accordance with compliance procedures.
• Managing incoming calls, emails and correspondence.
• Maintaining accurate client records using the firm's case management system.
• Assisting with billing, file administration and document management.
• Supporting fee earners to ensure matters progress efficiently and deadlines are met.

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law.
• Excellent typing, organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• The ability to work independently whilst also contributing positively to a collaborative team.

What's on Offer?

• Part-time position (25 hours per week).
• Flexible working hours around the core schedule of Monday to Friday.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to work within a respected Family Law department.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd agency are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency