Legal Secretary / Paralegal

rotherabray; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Nottingham is seeking a Legal Secretary / Paralegal to join their Family Law Department. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills, and have a commitment to client care. This position offers career progression, a flexible working environment, and a competitive salary, along with generous benefits such as a healthcare scheme and additional holiday allowances.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Healthcare scheme (employer funded)

Bus and Tram to work schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal setting preferred, but open to those looking to step up.
• Proactive with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to handle client relations efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support and client service in the Family Law Department.
• Prepare documentation promptly and deal with matters referred by partners.
• Attend LAC reviews, court conferences, and manage administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Education

GCSE level including Grade C in Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

We're recruiting: Legal Secretary / Paralegal

An excellent opportunity has arisen within our Family Law Department for an experienced Legal Secretary who is looking for their next step in their career or a Paralegal to work in the care team. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of attention to detail, provide admin support and provide excellent customer service to clients.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to work for a company that believes our people are the key to our business.

• Deal with clients in person, taking instructions, advising and taking appropriate action
• Preparing documentation promptly and efficiently
• Deal promptly and efficiently with all matters referred by the Partners and other appropriate fee earners
• Attend LAC reviews and child protection conferences and court and conferences with counsel
• Carrying out all other administrative matters required by the Family Department including legal aid applications and billing

We are looking for an individual who possesses great typing skills and would be ideal for a legal secretary looking for the next step up or for a Paralegal looking for their next career change.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate great interpersonal skills towards clients, excellent communication skills and robust organisation skills to meet the demands of the department.

Skills, experience and attributes

• Educated to GCSE level, including Grade C or above in Maths and English or equivalent
• Good communication skills with colleagues, clients and third parties
• Working knowledge of relevant law and procedures
• Proactive and excellent time management skills

About us

Rothera Bray is a well-established and multi-award-winning law firm with a strong reputation in the East Midlands. We deliver legal services to individuals and businesses, with a commitment to client care, team development and professional excellence.

In return for your drive and hard work we will support your ideas, learning and career progression at all stages of your journey. We offer the potential to work in a flexible way and we offer a competitive salary in addition to:

• Generous holiday allowance (Christmas Holiday closure – additional holidays given)
• Life assurance
• Healthcare scheme (employer funded)
• Bus and Tram to work schemes
• Cycle to work scheme

Apply for this position: Legal Secretary / Paralegal

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be part of the team, please apply. You will need to state how you meet the criteria in a personal statement totalling no more than 1250 words. Apply below, or email your application along with your CV to [e-mail] .

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