Family legal Admin assistant

Job Title: Family Law Legal Admin Assistant

Location: St Helens, Full-Time (In Office)

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Industry: Legal

Job Description:

Our client, a well-established and reputable law firm in St Helens, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Law Legal Admin Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time, in-office role that will involve supporting the family law team in providing efficient and professional administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative assistance to family law solicitors and paralegals, ensuring the smooth operation of the department.
• Handle audio typing of legal documents, correspondence, and reports with a high degree of accuracy.
• Organise and maintain legal files, both physical and electronic, ensuring they are up-to-date and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Assist with client communication, responding to inquiries via phone and email, and scheduling appointments.
• Prepare legal documentation, including court forms and correspondence, as required.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and other third parties to ensure the timely and effective progress of cases.
• Manage and maintain calendars, arrange meetings, and handle correspondence as necessary.
• General office duties such as filing, photocopying, and data entry.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Legal Admin Assistant, ideally within family law, or strong administrative experience in a legal or similar setting.
• Audio typing experience is essential, with the ability to transcribe dictation quickly and accurately.
• A strong understanding of general legal terminology and family law practices is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

Desirable Skills (not essential, but advantageous):

• Experience in other areas of administration or legal support, such as personal injury or conveyancing.
• Familiarity with case management software.
• Experience dealing with sensitive and confidential information.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and development.
• A chance to join a well-respected and established legal team.

If you're passionate about family law, have experience in legal administration, and possess excellent audio typing skills, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today using the below details and take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity.