Legal Secretary

Do you have an interest in Family Law? Are you looking to begin a career in law or to take the next step in your legal career?

PCB Solicitors are seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join our reputable Family Department at our Telford office.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong interest in Family law, who is seeking a legal role in which they can expand their knowledge and expertise with future career progression within a supportive and reputable firm. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting a Family Lawyer 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 from instruction, using the case management system ensuring accurate time recording on client matters,
  • Supporting the Lawyer in charge with the day‑to‑day management of client files,
  • Preparing court bundles with assistance and liaising with courts, counsel and third parties,
  • Liaising with clients and contacts both on email and telephone with professionalism and empathy,
  • Assisting with diary management, preparing bills, and completing administrative tasks,
  • Attending client meetings with the Lawyer in charge when support is required.

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 is preferable.

Experience:

  • The ideal candidate will have at least 1 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary,  
  • To have a strong understanding of family law procedures, court processes and document preparation is preferable,
  • 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.

Salary:

  • £23,300.00 – £25,000.00 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.