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Position: Family Legal Secretary Location: West Sussex Salary: Commensurate with experience Were recruiting on behalf of our client, a dynamic and growing law firm in West Sussex, for a confident and capable Family Legal Secretary.Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.If youre an experienced Family Legal Secretary and the kind of person who thrives on keeping everything (and everyone) organised, can spot a typo at 50 paces, and doesnt flinch when the printer jams again this role may have your name on it.About the Firm Our client is a well-regarded, fast-paced practice that specialises in all things family lawfrom amicable separations to complex financial arrangements and the occasional pet custody negotiation.The team is known not just for its legal expertise, but for being supportive, collaborative, and a genuinely enjoyable group to work with.(They dont wear capes, but they probably should.) The Role Youll be the organisational force behind a team of busy family lawyers, keeping things ticking over and making sure no one misses a court deadline or a client meeting.Youll handle everything from drafting documents and managing diaries to answering phones and assembling court bundlesall with a cool head and a can-do attitude.Key Responsibilities Answering calls, managing diaries, and scheduling appointments with the efficiency of a seasoned air traffic controller Drafting and proofreading legal documents with eagle-eyed attention to detail Managing both paper and digital files without losing your place (or your patience) Communicating with clients and courts in a professional and reassuring manner Assisting with trial prep and coordinating exhibits and witnesses like a logistical genius Maintaining confidentialitybecause loose lips do more than sink ships in this line of work What We're Looking For Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within family law Excellent typing skills (bonus points if you can audio type while sipping coffee) Confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems Strong organisational and time-management skillsyou dont just keep up, you stay ahead A calm, client-friendly manner, even when the stakes (or emotions) are high A sense of humourbecause sometimes laughter really is the best stress reliever Whats in It for You? Competitive salary dependent on experience A close-knit team Free on-site parking Offices within easy walking distance of shops and cafs 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Ready to support a top-tier legal team and make a real difference to clients' liveswhile keeping the office running like clockwork? Apply NOW!