Full time

Legal Secretary - Family

eNL

Brighton, Cornwall, TR8 5BJ

Competitive Salary

Posted: 24 August 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 23 September 2026

Ref: 60729036

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About the Role

The Legal Secretary - Family position in Brighton offers a permanent, full-time role within a well-established Family Law team. You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, handling a varied caseload that includes managing new enquiries, coordinating diaries, and processing billing. Duties also involve preparing court documentation, filing via the HMCTS portal, and assembling court bundles and exhibits. Candidates should possess at least one year of relevant experience, ideally within family law, alongside strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail. This role suits a professional seeking a stable, long-term position within a supportive environment. A competitive salary is offered.

Legal Secretary - Family, Brighton, Competitive Salary , 1+ Years’ Experience. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant to join a supportive and well established Family team. This is an ideal opportunity for a legal support professional seeking a long-term position within a friendly and collaborative environment. Job Ref: 5160
• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within a busy Family team.
• Assist with a varied range of Family Law matters, including managing new enquiries, diary management, billing and accounts administration.
• Prepare court documentation, file documents via the HMCTS Family Court portal and assist with the preparation of court bundles, briefs and exhibits.
• Support fee earners with general case management and ensure files and administrative processes are maintained accurately and efficiently.
• Applications are welcomed from Legal Secretaries or Legal Assistants with a minimum of 1 years experience and a strong understanding of legal administration.
• The successful candidate will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing workloads effectively.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant looking to establish themselves within a respected Family Law team and develop a long-term career in legal support.
• To apply, contact Kaye Thumpston on 0207 183 8586 or email kaye.thumpston@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
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