Family​/Childcare Assistant

To provide secretarial and administrative support to a Lawyer within our busy Family department, working on a caseload predominantly involving childcare matters. This is a key support role requiring strong organisation, attention to detail and a professional, compassionate approach to client care.

• Providing secretarial support including audio typing using digital dictation
• Managing diaries and appointments
• Liaising with clients via telephone and face-to-face in a professional and sensitive manner
• Dealing with courts, counsel and other solicitors
• Preparing and processing Legal Aid documentation
• Collating court bundles and managing filing
• General day-to-day administrative duties within the department

• Well‑organised with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and client‑care skills
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• A responsible and reliable attitude
• Previous experience in legal administration or Family/Childcare work would be advantageous

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• On‑site parking
• Full‑time, office‑based role with opportunities for training and development

If you are enthusiastic, organised and committed to supporting high‑quality legal services within a Family law setting, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please send your CV with a covering letter to naomi.oh