Family Law Secretary

Job DescriptionFamily Secretary Salary: Location: DoncasterFull-time Established Firm Excellent TrainingJoin a well-established law firms busy family law team at their head office in Doncaster and become part of a firm with over 50 years of heritage 6 offices across the region and a genuine commitment to valuing its people through outstanding career development opportunities.Are you looking for a rewarding secretarial role where you can make a real difference to families during challenging times This excellent opportunity offers comprehensive training and development within a supportive team environment at the firms head office working for a firm that has built an outstanding reputation over five decades of serving clients across the region with sensitivity and professionalism.The OpportunityOur client is a well-established law firm with over 50 years of heritage and 6 offices across the region with their head office based in Doncaster. Their family law team is expanding creating this exciting opportunity for a dedicated Family Secretary to join their supportive head office team and benefit from excellent training and career development opportunities in this sensitive and rewarding area of law.Key highlights:Meaningful work supporting families through challenging legal situationsHead office location with comprehensive training and development opportunitiesEstablished firm with over 50 years of heritage and regional presenceSupportive team environment with experienced colleagues and mentorshipYour ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Support: Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the family law teamSensitive Communications: Managing sensitive client communications via telephone and correspondence with empathyLegal Documentation: Preparing legal documents court forms and family law documentation accuratelyCase Management: Maintaining accurate case management systems and confidential client filesProfessional Liaison: Liaising with clients courts social services and other legal professionalsDiary Management: Scheduling appointments court hearings and managing fee earner diaries efficientlyCourt Applications: Processing court applications and handling urgent family law mattersFile Administration: Supporting with file opening procedures and client care protocolsConfidential Support: Handling general administrative duties with discretion and professionalismClient Care: Ensuring all interactions maintain the firms high standards of sensitivity and supportEssential RequirementsExperience & Background:Secretarial or administrative experience (legal experience preferred but not essential)Professional communication skills with empathetic telephone mannerMicrosoft Office proficiency with willingness to learn case management systemsOrganisational abilities with strong attention to detailKey Skills:Discretion and sensitivity when handling confidential family mattersAccuracy under pressure with ability to work to court deadlinesTeam collaboration with positive attitude and professional approachClient service focus with commitment to supporting families in difficult situationsLearning mindset with willingness to develop within the family law sectorEmotional resilience to handle sensitive and sometimes distressing mattersPersonal Qualities:Empathetic approach when dealing with clients experiencing family difficultiesProfessional integrity with absolute confidentiality in sensitive mattersReliability and punctuality with strong work ethic and commitmentAdaptability to learn new systems procedures and family law developmentsCalm demeanour under pressure with ability to prioritise urgent mattersComprehensive Benefits PackageFinancial Rewards:Competitive salary: per annum (depending on experience)Annual salary reviews and performance-related increasesComprehensive pension scheme with employer contributionsWork-Life Balance:Standard hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am 5:00pmGenerous annual leave entitlementModern office environment with excellent local transport linksConvenient Doncaster location with excellent accessibility and parkingCareer Development:Excellent training opportunities in family law procedures and court processesProfessional development support and career progression pathwaysMentorship from experienced colleagues within supportive head office team environmentSkills development in legal administration and sensitive client careCareer advancement opportunities within established legal practice and regional officesAdditional Benefits:Private healthcare and wellbeing support programmesLife assurance and income protectionEmployee assistance programme for personal and professional supportSocial activities and team building eventsEmployee-focused culture that genuinely values staff developmentProfessional working environment with modern facilities and technologyAbout Our ClientOur client is a well-established law firm with over 50 years of heritage operating 6 offices across the region including Doncaster (Head Office) Retford Worksop Clowne Sheffield-Waterthorpe and Sheffield-Chapeltown. They have built an outstanding reputation for client service particularly in sensitive areas like family law and are committed to providing excellent career development opportunities for their staff at their head office location.Why they stand out:Established heritage: Over 50 years of serving clients across the region with compassion and expertiseRegional presence: 6 offices providing comprehensive legal services and career mobilityEmployee-focused culture: Genuine commitment to staff development and career progressionSupportive environment: Experienced colleagues and excellent training opportunitiesProfessional reputation: Outstanding reputation built over decades of sensitive client careHead office advantages: Enhanced training opportunities and career development resourcesFamily law expertise: Dedicated team with extensive experience in all aspects of family lawLocation & Working ArrangementsPrimary Location: DoncasterWorking Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am 5:00pmOffice Contact: Transport Links: Excellent transport connections in Doncaster town centreTeam Environment: Busy family law team with supportive experienced colleaguesStart Date: As soon as possibleReady to Make a Difference to FamiliesThis is your opportunity to join a well-established firm with over 50 years of heritage at their head office location where youll provide vital support to families during challenging times whilst receiving excellent training and development in a genuinely supportive environment with enhanced career opportunities.Dont miss this meaningful opportunity to develop your career in family law within a compassionate professional head office environment with comprehensive training and clear progression pathways. Apply today or contact Lee for a confidential discussion about how this role could advance your professional development.Contact Details:Lee Hawthorne-FinchPeople and Talent Director0All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age gender ethnicity sexual orientation faith or disability. Key Skills Dewatering,Business Objects,Customer Care Service,Export Sales,Flooring,ACCA Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1