We are hiring for our client, a respected family law firm in Belfast, seeking a Matrimonial Legal Secretary to join their busy matrimonial and family department.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality legal work supporting experienced solicitors and partners in a compassionate, client-facing environment.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: Long-standing, well-respected firm with a strong family law reputation Permanent, full-time role in a collaborative team setting Involvement in sensitive client work and court processes The Role: * Provide dedicated secretarial support to family/matrimonial solicitors * Prepare legal documentation including divorce petitions, affidavits, court bundles and correspondence * Handle confidential client communication and maintain detailed file notes * Audio typing/digital dictation and accurate document production * Diary management, court listings, and booking counsel or experts * Liaise with courts, social services, and third parties * Ensure discretion and professionalism in dealing with sensitive family issues The Person - What We're Looking For * Legal secretarial experience in a matrimonial or family law setting * Strong typing skills (audio/digital dictation essential) * Excellent written and verbal communication * Confident managing emotionally sensitive matters and distressed clients * Highly organised with excellent attention to detail * Experience using legal case management systems * Reliable and able to work independently and within a team The Reward - What's in it for You? * Competitive salary (dependent on experience) * Permanent, full-time role in central Belfast * Work in a genuinely supportive and close-knit team * Career longevity and job stability in a well-regarded firm * Exposure to meaningful client work and court processes Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage At Hunter Savage, we specialise in legal sector appointments across Northern Ireland.
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