Legal Secretary (Family) - Ellisons is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our Family Team on a part time or full-time, permanent basis, based in our Ipswich, Suffolk office. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, mental health and wellbeing support and professional development About the role: As a Legal Secretary within our Family Team, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of a busy department. You will manage a varied workload, produce accurate legal documentation and correspondence, and provide excellent client service while working to tight deadlines. Main duties and responsibilities: Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Family team. Transcribe AI assisted dictation to a high level of accuracy. Manage diaries, arrange appointments and coordinate meetings where required. Maintain and update electronic case management systems and client records. Handle client enquiries professionally, both by telephone and email, ensuring excellent customer service. Prioritise workloads effectively while meeting deadlines and supporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasks. Be able to use a variety of legal software including Bundledocs, adobe pro, excel, and lexis smart forms. Assist in the preparation of monthly bills and using the accounts system to assist fee earners in managing bill preparation, money on account, payment of disbursements etc. About you: As a Legal Secretary (Family), you will have previous secretarial or personal assistant experience, gained within a Family Law department, You will be highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage a busy workload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with strong IT skills and experience using case management systems. A confident approach to document production, diary management and client communication is essential, along with the ability to work flexibly, prioritise effectively and consistently deliver a high standard of support within a busy legal environment. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms, with over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership. With offices across Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk, and membership of the Alliott Global Alliance, Ellisons is committed to delivering trusted advice, building long-standing client relationships, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers. If you have the relevant skills and experience for Legal Secretary in our Family Team and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region's Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Jul 14, 2026
Full time
Legal Secretary (Family) - Ellisons is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our Family Team on a part time or full-time, permanent basis, based in our Ipswich, Suffolk office. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, mental health and wellbeing support and professional development About the role: As a Legal Secretary within our Family Team, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of a busy department. You will manage a varied workload, produce accurate legal documentation and correspondence, and provide excellent client service while working to tight deadlines. Main duties and responsibilities: Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Family team. Transcribe AI assisted dictation to a high level of accuracy. Manage diaries, arrange appointments and coordinate meetings where required. Maintain and update electronic case management systems and client records. Handle client enquiries professionally, both by telephone and email, ensuring excellent customer service. Prioritise workloads effectively while meeting deadlines and supporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasks. Be able to use a variety of legal software including Bundledocs, adobe pro, excel, and lexis smart forms. Assist in the preparation of monthly bills and using the accounts system to assist fee earners in managing bill preparation, money on account, payment of disbursements etc. About you: As a Legal Secretary (Family), you will have previous secretarial or personal assistant experience, gained within a Family Law department, You will be highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage a busy workload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with strong IT skills and experience using case management systems. A confident approach to document production, diary management and client communication is essential, along with the ability to work flexibly, prioritise effectively and consistently deliver a high standard of support within a busy legal environment. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms, with over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership. With offices across Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk, and membership of the Alliott Global Alliance, Ellisons is committed to delivering trusted advice, building long-standing client relationships, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers. If you have the relevant skills and experience for Legal Secretary in our Family Team and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region's Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Legal Secretary (Family) Ellisons is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our Family Team on a part time or full-time, permanent basis, based in ourChelmsford, Essex office. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, mental health and wellbeing support and professional development About the role: As a Legal Secretary within our Family Team, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of a busy department. You will manage a varied workload, produce accurate legal documentation and correspondence, and provide excellent client service while working to tight deadlines. Main duties and responsibilities: Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Family team. Transcribe AI assisted dictation to a high level of accuracy. Manage diaries, arrange appointments and coordinate meetings where required. Maintain and update electronic case management systems and client records. Handle client enquiries professionally, both by telephone and email, ensuring excellent customer service. Prioritise workloads effectively while meeting deadlines and supporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasks. Be able to use a variety of legal software including Bundledocs, adobe pro, excel, and lexis smart forms. Assist in the preparation of monthly bills and using the accounts system to assist fee earners in managing bill preparation, money on account, payment of disbursements etc. About you: As a Legal Secretary (Family), you will have previous secretarial or personal assistant experience, gained within a Family Law department, You will be highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage a busy workload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with strong IT skills and experience using case management systems. A confident approach to document production, diary management and client communication is essential, along with the ability to work flexibly, prioritise effectively and consistently deliver a high standard of support within a busy legal environment. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms, with over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership. With offices across Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk, and membership of the Alliott Global Alliance, Ellisons is committed to delivering trusted advice, building long-standing client relationships, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers. If you have the relevant skills and experience for Legal Secretary in our Family Team and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Jul 05, 2026
Full time
Legal Secretary (Family) Ellisons is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our Family Team on a part time or full-time, permanent basis, based in ourChelmsford, Essex office. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, mental health and wellbeing support and professional development About the role: As a Legal Secretary within our Family Team, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of a busy department. You will manage a varied workload, produce accurate legal documentation and correspondence, and provide excellent client service while working to tight deadlines. Main duties and responsibilities: Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Family team. Transcribe AI assisted dictation to a high level of accuracy. Manage diaries, arrange appointments and coordinate meetings where required. Maintain and update electronic case management systems and client records. Handle client enquiries professionally, both by telephone and email, ensuring excellent customer service. Prioritise workloads effectively while meeting deadlines and supporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasks. Be able to use a variety of legal software including Bundledocs, adobe pro, excel, and lexis smart forms. Assist in the preparation of monthly bills and using the accounts system to assist fee earners in managing bill preparation, money on account, payment of disbursements etc. About you: As a Legal Secretary (Family), you will have previous secretarial or personal assistant experience, gained within a Family Law department, You will be highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage a busy workload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with strong IT skills and experience using case management systems. A confident approach to document production, diary management and client communication is essential, along with the ability to work flexibly, prioritise effectively and consistently deliver a high standard of support within a busy legal environment. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms, with over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership. With offices across Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk, and membership of the Alliott Global Alliance, Ellisons is committed to delivering trusted advice, building long-standing client relationships, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers. If you have the relevant skills and experience for Legal Secretary in our Family Team and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Property Litigation Lawyer Ellisons is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to support a Property Litigation Partner on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Bury St Edmunds office. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career within one of the region's leading law firms. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, health and wellbeing support, life cover and income protection. About the role: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will join our highly regarded Property Litigation team, working with an established client base and longstanding relationships across the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and proactive lawyer with a strong background in litigation to further develop their career within a Top 200 UK law firm. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions to clients. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional levels of service. Support business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the Dispute Resolution team. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Maintain high standards of technical expertise, professionalism, and client care. About you: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have some experience in property litigation, with the opportunity to develop into a specialist role, potentially from a generalist litigation background. Confident in managing your own caseload, ideally with 5 years PQE. You will be motivated, proactive, and commercially aware, with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service. You will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, alongside a flair for business development and networking. Organised and driven, always ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal requirements. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve positive outcomes for clients and contribute to business development activities that strengthen Ellisons' reputation within the local community. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms. With over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership, we have built a reputation for trusted advice, exceptional client service, and long-standing relationships. As proud members of the Alliott Global Alliance, we combine strong regional roots with international reach, providing outstanding opportunities for both our clients and our people. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Litigation Lawyer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Jun 26, 2026
Full time
Property Litigation Lawyer Ellisons is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to support a Property Litigation Partner on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Bury St Edmunds office. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career within one of the region's leading law firms. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, health and wellbeing support, life cover and income protection. About the role: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will join our highly regarded Property Litigation team, working with an established client base and longstanding relationships across the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and proactive lawyer with a strong background in litigation to further develop their career within a Top 200 UK law firm. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions to clients. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional levels of service. Support business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the Dispute Resolution team. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Maintain high standards of technical expertise, professionalism, and client care. About you: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have some experience in property litigation, with the opportunity to develop into a specialist role, potentially from a generalist litigation background. Confident in managing your own caseload, ideally with 5 years PQE. You will be motivated, proactive, and commercially aware, with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service. You will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, alongside a flair for business development and networking. Organised and driven, always ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal requirements. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve positive outcomes for clients and contribute to business development activities that strengthen Ellisons' reputation within the local community. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms. With over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership, we have built a reputation for trusted advice, exceptional client service, and long-standing relationships. As proud members of the Alliott Global Alliance, we combine strong regional roots with international reach, providing outstanding opportunities for both our clients and our people. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Litigation Lawyer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Litigation Lawyer Ellisons is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to join the Dispute Resolution Team on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Chelmsford, Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial Litigation Lawyer to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career within one of the region's leading law firms. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, health and wellbeing support, life cover and income protection. . About the role: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, working with an established client base and longstanding relationships across the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and proactive lawyer with a strong background in litigation to further develop their career within a Top 200 UK law firm. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of commercial and civil litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions tailored to clients' needs. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional levels of service. Support business development initiatives and help expand the firm's presence and offering. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Maintain high standards of technical expertise, professionalism, and client care. About you: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have some experience in property litigation, with the opportunity to develop into a specialist role, potentially from a generalist litigation background, with the confidence to manage your own caseload effectively. You will be motivated, proactive, and commercially aware, with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service and building long-term client relationships. You will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, together with a flair for business development and networking. Organised and driven, you will enjoy working collaboratively and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards and delivering outstanding client care is essential. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms. With over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership, we have built a reputation for trusted advice, exceptional client service, and long-standing relationships. As proud members of the Alliott Global Alliance, we combine strong regional roots with international reach, providing outstanding opportunities for both our clients and our people. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Litigation Lawyer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Jun 26, 2026
Full time
Litigation Lawyer Ellisons is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to join the Dispute Resolution Team on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Chelmsford, Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial Litigation Lawyer to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career within one of the region's leading law firms. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, health and wellbeing support, life cover and income protection. . About the role: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, working with an established client base and longstanding relationships across the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and proactive lawyer with a strong background in litigation to further develop their career within a Top 200 UK law firm. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of commercial and civil litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions tailored to clients' needs. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional levels of service. Support business development initiatives and help expand the firm's presence and offering. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Maintain high standards of technical expertise, professionalism, and client care. About you: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have some experience in property litigation, with the opportunity to develop into a specialist role, potentially from a generalist litigation background, with the confidence to manage your own caseload effectively. You will be motivated, proactive, and commercially aware, with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service and building long-term client relationships. You will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, together with a flair for business development and networking. Organised and driven, you will enjoy working collaboratively and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards and delivering outstanding client care is essential. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms. With over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership, we have built a reputation for trusted advice, exceptional client service, and long-standing relationships. As proud members of the Alliott Global Alliance, we combine strong regional roots with international reach, providing outstanding opportunities for both our clients and our people. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Litigation Lawyer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
