Family Team Legal Secretary | Birmingham
Location: Birmingham
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Dependent on experience

We are looking for a proactive and organised Family Team Legal Secretary to join a growing Family & Childcare team based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with legal secretarial or administrative experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and modern legal environment.

About the Role

As a Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting fee earners and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Family & Childcare department. You'll work closely with colleagues, clients, counsel and external professionals while providing high-quality administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Typing correspondence and legal documents from digital dictation.
• Preparing, formatting and proofreading documents.
• Maintaining electronic files and document management systems.
• Managing diaries and arranging appointments for fee earners.
• Handling incoming and outgoing telephone calls professionally.
• Welcoming clients and visitors to the office.
• Processing Legal Aid (CCMS) applications and related administration.
• Managing expert invoices and fee notes.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and best practice.
• Providing general administrative support as required.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role.
• An interest in Family and Childcare Law (experience within this area is desirable but not essential).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Fast and accurate typing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise workload and perform well under pressure.
• A professional, friendly and client-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working available (up to 2 days per week from home following training).
• 23 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays and office closure over Christmas and New Year.
• Additional Birthday Leave.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme.
• Optional Benenden Healthcare.
• Company laptop.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Annual appraisals and salary reviews.
• Supportive mentoring and supervision.
• Regular team social events and additional employee benefits.

If you're an organised and motivated Legal Secretary looking to join a collaborative and forward-thinking legal team, we'd love to hear from you.