Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant - Family Law

Looking for a friendly, supportive team where a Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant can genuinely feel valued and build a long-term career?

An established and highly regarded law firm in Ashford is looking for a Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join its busy Family Law department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with family law experience who enjoys working closely with clients in a sociable and collaborative environment.

About the role
This Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant position will involve supporting a busy Family Solicitor with a range of administrative and client-focused duties.

Responsibilities include:

• Audio dictation


• Preparing legal forms and documentation


• Liaising with clients professionally and empathetically


• Managing diaries and appointments


• Providing day-to-day support within the Family department


• Assisting with general legal administration

This Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant role would suit someone who enjoys a varied workload and thrives within a close-knit team environment.

What we are looking for

• Previous Family Law experience


• Strong audio typing/dictation skills


• Excellent communication and client care abilities


• A friendly, sociable, and professional personality


• Good organisational skills and attention to detail


• A positive and team-focused attitude

Personality is key for this role, as the team is known for being supportive, collaborative, and highly sociable.

What's in it for you

• Salary up to £28,000


• Discretionary annual bonus


• Benenden Healthcare


• Auto-enrolment pension


• Parking permit arranged


• 20 days holiday + bank holidays


• Additional Christmas office closure days


• Friendly and social working culture


• Summer parties and annual Christmas events


• Genuine progression opportunities

This is an office-based role.

About the company
This well-established law firm is known for its welcoming culture, strong team spirit, and supportive environment. Staff enjoy regular social events, long-term career progression, and working alongside approachable and personable colleagues.

Applications are being reviewed immediately, so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

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