Family Law Secretary

Milton Keynes

Part time, Permanent

£25,000 - £30,000 (pro rata, depending on experience)

Our client is a well-established and respected law firm known for delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch. They are currently seeking a Family Law Secretary with proven experience in family and matrimonial matters to join their supportive and growing family department.

You will work directly with a Partner, supporting a busy caseload of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation proceedings.

• Financial remedy cases.

• Private children law matters.

• Cohabitation and pre/post-nuptial agreements.

From initial instruction through to conclusion, you'll play a pivotal role in managing files and supporting clients with professionalism, sensitivity, and efficiency.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Opening new files and providing ongoing file management throughout the matter.

• Drafting and preparing legal documents such as court forms, statements, and correspondence.

• Liaising with courts, counsel, clients, and external agencies.

• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating court dates.

• Preparing bundles for court hearings and conferences.

• Handling sensitive client information with discretion and confidentiality.

• Conducting AML and conflict checks.

• Assisting with billing, document management, and general administrative duties.

• Communicating with clients in person, over the phone, and in writing throughout the lifecycle of their case.

To be considered, you must have:

• The ability to hit the ground running.

• Proven experience in a similar family law support role (minimum 2 years preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of family law procedures and court processes.

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

• Confidence in client-facing situations with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A proactive, organised, and collaborative approach to work.

• The ability to handle sensitive and emotional matters with professionalism and empathy.

If you are a confident and capable family law professional looking to join a firm where your contributions truly matter, we would love to hear from you!

Ascendant Recruitment is one of Milton Keynes' leading recruitment companies, with PA/Administration, Customer Service, Human Resources, Finance, IT, Sales & Digital Marketing divisions. Ascendant Recruitment operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on our current vacancies please visit www.ascendantrecruitment.co.uk