Private Client Legal Secretary

An established and respected law firm in Middleton is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join its supportive and close-knit team.

This is a full-time, permanent role that offers a competitive salary and a strong range of staff benefits.

This opportunity would suit a Legal Secretary with a background in Private Client work, looking to join a team that values quality, professionalism, and client care.

You'll play an important part in the smooth running of the department, supporting fee earners and solicitors with a variety of secretarial and administrative tasks.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Producing, formatting and editing legal documents to a high standard

- Managing diaries and assisting with general administrative duties

- Liaising with clients, colleagues, and third parties in a professional and friendly manner

- Using case management systems (experience with Partner for Windows is advantageous)

- Supporting Solicitors and Fee Earners with day-to-day tasks as required

- Working efficiently under pressure and meeting deadlines

To be considered, you’ll need prior experience in a similar legal secretarial role within a Private Client team.

Strong IT skills are essential, along with the ability to stay organised, work independently, and communicate effectively across the board.

In return, the firm offers:

- Competitive salary

- 28 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service

- Additional day off for your birthday

- Christmas office shutdown

- Ongoing training and development opportunities

- A genuinely friendly and team-focused working environment

If you're a proactive, detail-oriented legal secretary with Private Client experience and a desire to be part of a welcoming and professional team, this could be a great move for you.

Please get in touch with Justine @ Clayton Legal on 0161 914 7357 or email your current CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk


  • Start: 07/08/2025
  • Rate: £23000 - £28000 per annum
  • Location: Birch,England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Legal
  • Recruiter: Clayton legal
  • Contact: Justine Forshaw
  • Tel: 01772 259121
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: BH-59753
  • Posted: 2025-08-07 11:36:07 -

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