Legal Secretary

Location: Wokingham - office based - no parking at the office, but free street parking short distance from the office.
Contract Type: Temporary - ongoing to help with busy workload in the team

Hours: 9-5.00/5.30pm or shorter days could be considered

We are seeking a proactive and organised Temporary Legal Secretary to provide administrative and secretarial support to our clients busy Family Law team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in family law or a similar legal environment and be able to step into the role quickly with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities as a Legal Secretary:

• Providing secretarial support to fee earners within the Family Law team.
• Audio and copy typing of correspondence, court forms, and legal documents.
• Preparing and amending documents, bundles, and case files.
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and arranging client meetings.
• Handling incoming calls, emails, and correspondence in a professional manner.
• Maintaining accurate filing systems (electronic and paper-based).
• Liaising with clients, counsel, courts, and other professionals as required.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and confidentiality standards.

The person:

• Previous experience as a legal secretary, ideally within family law (divorce, child arrangements, injunctions, etc.).
• Fast and accurate audio/copy typing skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional telephone manner.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines, and use initiative.
• Professional, approachable, and discreet.
• A team player with a proactive, "can-do" attitude.
• Adaptable and able to step into a fast-paced environment quickly.