Family Law Administrator — Part-time Maternity Cover

Company: Mission 4 Recruitment
Apply for the Family Law Administrator — Part-time Maternity Cover
Location: Hertford
Job Description:

Family Law Administrator – Part-time Maternity Cover

Ready to bring your family law support skills to a firm that genuinely invests in its people? Join a recognised, people-focused legal team and play a key role in a friendly, ambitious Family department.

We’re looking for a part-time Family Law Executive with 2 years’ experience to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support during a 12-month maternity cover contract. You’ll work 17.5-20 hours per week from their Hertford office, supporting Partners and fee earners with varied, meaningful work.

What you’ll do:

  • Manage diaries, enquiries, file administration, billing support and client account tasks.
  • Prepare legal documents, court forms, bundles, exhibits and cost update letters.
  • File documents with HMCTS, request records, support audio dictation and keep matters moving.
  • Deliver professional, confidential and reassuring client care at every stage.
  • Work closely with Partners, fee earners and colleagues while supporting the team’s profile and social media activity.

What we expect from you:

  • You have at least two years’ relevant experience and strong legal administration skills.
  • You’re organised, accurate, discreet and confident juggling priorities.
  • You care about excellent client service and take pride in doing things properly.
  • You bring a positive, can-do attitude and enjoy being part of a supportive team.

What you can expect from us:

  • Flexible and hybrid working.
  • A supportive environment with one-to-ones, department meetings and appraisals.
  • Clear development opportunities and a structured career path.
  • Bonus schemes, pension, Employee Assistance Programme and Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • Financial well-being support, social and well-being initiatives, and regular staff events.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: September 1st, 2026