Family Law Executive - Maternity Cover
Hertford
Part-Time (17.5-20 hours per week)
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Salary dependent on experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Law Executive to join a highly regarded Family team on a 12-month maternity cover contract.
This role is ideal for a candidate with at least 2 years' experience in family law who is looking for a part-time position within a supportive and well-established firm. The successful candidate will join the team in September, allowing time for a comprehensive handover period.
You will provide vital support to Partners and fee earners within the Family department, assisting with a broad range of administrative, secretarial and case management duties. This is a varied role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
Responsibilities will include:
- Handling new enquiries, conflict checks and client onboarding
- Managing fee earner diaries and appointments
- Assisting with billing, invoicing and client account administration
- Preparing cost update letters
- Filing documents through the Family Court portal
- Preparing court bundles and briefs to counsel
- Drafting and preparing family court documentation, including divorce petitions, C100 applications, Forms E and H
- Requesting medical records
- Updating court bundles and case files
- Audio typing and dictation support
- Maintaining excellent client care standards at all times
- Supporting the department's marketing and social media activities
The successful candidate will have previous family law experience and be comfortable working within a busy legal environment. Strong communication, organisational and IT skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
This role is based in Hertford and offers 17.5-20 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices may be required.
The firm offers a supportive working environment, flexible working arrangements, bonus opportunities, excellent benefits and a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career development.
Please apply or send your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk in order to be considered.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
