Family Law Legal Secretary
Location
Greater Manchester
Salary
£25000-35000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Family
Reference
LKA1302
Legal Secretary - Family Law
Manchester | Primarily Remote
5+ Years' Experience Preferred
I am currently recruiting on behalf of a boutique family law firm with an established client base and a growing presence in Manchester. The firm operates on a remote-first basis across the UK and UAE, advising on both domestic and cross-border family matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary with a strong background in family law who is confident managing processes independently and supporting fee earners in a fast-paced, professional environment.
The Role
Working closely with the family law team, you will provide high-level administrative, client onboarding and compliance support. The position is primarily remote, with occasional attendance at the Manchester office as required.
This is a key role within the firm, requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinating initial and ongoing client consultations
Onboarding new clients onto case management and billing systems
Drafting and issuing client care letters and engagement documentation
Conducting AML and KYC checks
Preparing, formatting and proofreading correspondence and court documents
Preparing, paginating and filing court bundles
Conducting Land Registry searches where required
Managing diaries, court dates and key deadlines
Arranging meetings with counsel and clients
Liaising with courts and external providers
Maintaining electronic case files and internal records
Ensuring GDPR compliance and confidentiality standards are upheld
Supporting the Accounts function with billing and invoicing
About You
Minimum 5 years' experience within a UK family law practice
Strong knowledge of court procedures and ability to manage them independently
Experience with client onboarding and AML compliance processes
Confident using HMCTS online systems
Strong IT skills and document production experience
Excellent written and spoken English
Professional, discreet and highly organised
Comfortable working with colleagues across the UK and UAE
Prior remote working experience is advantageous
Based in or near Manchester
The Package
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Primarily remote working arrangement
Supportive boutique environment with high professional standards
Immediate start available
If you are an experienced Family Law Legal Secretary seeking a remote-led role within a modern and growing firm, I would be keen to speak with you in confidence.
Thornton Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency. We regularly recruit for international, national, Legal 500, regional and boutique law firms across Merseyside, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire and the West Midlands. Main locations include Liverpool, Chester, Preston, Manchester, Leeds and Shropshire. At Thornton Legal we work with partners, solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants across a range of practice areas including (but not exclusively) corporate, commercial property, residential property, employment, litigation, private client and family.
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