Legal Secretary - Family Law

Family Legal Secretary – Wokingham

Full‑time, office‑based role with an established and highly regarded South East law firm.

Location:

Wokingham, England, United Kingdom

Employment type:

Full‑time

Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a team of family law solicitors, ensuring the department runs smoothly and efficiently in a fast‑paced environment while delivering a high standard of client care to individuals at sensitive points in their lives.

• Providing full secretarial support to fee earners within the family law team
• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings in a busy practice
• Accurate audio and copy typing of legal documents, correspondence and reports
• Liaising with clients in a professional, calm and empathetic manner
• Preparing court documents, forms and general administrative paperwork
• Supporting the wider team with day‑to‑day administrative tasks
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion at all times

• Previous experience as a legal secretary (family law experience preferred)
• Strong client care skills with a compassionate and professional approach
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail
• Confident audio and copy typing skills with a high level of accuracy
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• A positive, team‑focused attitude
  
  Confident using modern IT systems (experience with Tikit / Partner for Windows beneficial but not essential)

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A supportive, friendly team environment
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career within a respected family law practice
• Ongoing training and development
• A firm culture that places strong emphasis on client trust, confidentiality and professionalism

If you’re an experienced Legal Secretary looking to specialise or continue your career in family law within a supportive and professional environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!