Senior Legal Assistant – Family Law

Are you an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant looking to take the next step in your career?

PCB Solicitors are seeking an experienced, highly organised and proactive Senior Legal Assistant to join our reputable Family Department at either our Shrewsbury or Telford office, with hybrid working to be discussed at interview.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong Family Law experience who is ready for greater responsibility and career progression within a supportive and reputable firm. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting Family Lawyers with a varied caseload including divorce, financial matters, private children matters and cohabitation issues whilst delivering outstanding client care.

Employee Benefits

PCB Solicitors provide the following Employee Benefits following successful completion of an initial probation period:

  • Pension contributions,
  • Salary sacrifice scheme,
  • Discounts on gym memberships,
  • 24/7 online GP appointments,
  • Perks and discounts,
  • Employee Assistance Programme,
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays from start of employment,
  • An additional 1 days annual leave each year for your birthday,
  • Additional holiday awarded for length of service,
  • Paid sick leave after 6 months service, increasing after 2 years,
  • Regular company and charity events,
  • Access to online training platform MBL for 100s of webinars,
  • Opportunity to attend seminars for training and networking purposes,
  • Employee Referral Incentive Scheme for the recruitment of Lawyers.
  • Free mortgage advice from Mortgage Advice Bureau.

About PCB Solicitors

At PCB Solicitors LLP we believe that our clients deserve the best in service and advice. From Litigation and Dispute Resolution to Criminal Law, or Family Matters through to Residential Property and Commercial Property, and sound advice about Wills and estate administration, we pride ourselves on standing out from the crowd with an approachable team who share a can-do attitude.

PCB Solicitors LLP is a modern partnership of solicitors with offices in Shrewsbury, Church Stretton, Knighton, Telford, and Ludlow. Wherever we have an office, we dedicate ourselves to the service of the local and surrounding community. Working in Shropshire and Mid-Wales provides the opportunity to live and work in an idyllic rural environment.

PCB Solicitors LLP has been awarded a range of Quality Standards including the Lexcel Quality Mark and CQS accreditation by the Law Society for standards of practice management, demonstrating our commitment to quality and service is absolute.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Drafting legal documentation, court forms, statements and correspondence using the case management system with accurate time recording on client matters,
  • Supporting Lawyers with the day‑to‑day management of client files, operating with a high level of autonomy,
  • Preparing court bundles and liaising with courts, counsel and third parties,
  • Liaising with clients and contacts both on email and telephone with professionalism and empathy, acting as a primary point of contact,
  • Assisting with diary management, preparing bills, and completing administrative tasks,
  • Conducting in depth legal research to stay updated on relevant changes in Family law,
  • Attending client meetings with or on behalf of the Lawyer in charge, taking instructions on new matters,
  • Mentoring junior staff and supporting with departmental training.

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks at any one time,
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail,
  • Confident communication skills and a client‑focused approach,
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team,
  • To retain high levels of confidential information with discretion,
  • Knowledge of legal and case management systems.

Experience:

  • The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant in Family law,
  • To have a strong understanding of family law procedures, court processes and document preparation is required,
  • Experience within a solicitors’ firm or legal services environment.

Job Types:

  • Full Time, Part Time, Permanent.

Hours of Work:

  • Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week full time.

Salary:

  • £25,500.00 – £28,000.00 FTE, depending on qualifications and experience.

PCB Solicitors do not offer visa/sponsorship or relocation packages.

Please contact Emma Baugh emma.baugh@pcblaw.co.uk HR Advisor with a covering letter and CV. Interviews are scheduled to commence from week commencing 30th March 2026.