DMA Law is seeking a Legal Secretary to join its busy Family Law Department. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a well-established, friendly, and supportive North-East law firm.
About the Role
The Legal Secretary will provide essential administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the Family Law team. Key responsibilities include:
- Handling new enquiries
- Booking appointments and managing Fee Earner diaries
- Opening new files while ensuring compliance standards are met
- Drafting forms (under supervision)
- Creating letters using standard templates
- Transcribing dictation
- Making and receiving telephone calls on behalf of the team
- Processing client payments
- Managing incoming and outgoing post
- Filing, photocopying, and faxing as required
- Meeting clients to assist with document signing and providing case updates
- Following accounts processes and procedures
Job Details
- Location: To be determined
- Salary: Dependent on experience
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (35 hours per week, with a one-hour lunch break)
- Job Type: Full-time, permanent
- Start Date: ASAP
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will be:
✔ Well-organised
✔ Proactive, with the ability to use their initiative and meet deadlines
✔ Professional and personable with both clients and colleagues
✔ Computer literate
✔ Willing to learn and develop new skills
✔ A strong team player
Why Join DMA Law?
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a specialist Family Law team within a long-established North-East law firm that values professionalism, teamwork, and career development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email Charlotte Perkins, Director of Family/Department Manager, at charlotte.perkins@dma-law.co.uk by 21st March 2025.
