An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary (Private Client) to join a well-established legal practice, offering a wide range of legal services to individuals and businesses alike.

As a Legal Secretary (Private Client), you will be supporting fee earners within the Private Client team, handling secretarial and administrative tasks involving wills, probate, LPAs, and estate matters.

This is a full-time office-based role offering a salary range of £26,000 - £27,500 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For:



* Producing legal documents and correspondence via audio dictation and copy typing.




* Drafting and preparing standard Private Client documents including wills, probate applications, and LPAs.




* Handling monthly billing procedures, including preparing draft bills and processing disbursements.




* Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings for fee earners.




* Liaising with clients by phone, email, and in person, including managing front-desk enquiries.




* Opening, closing, and maintaining client files in accordance with internal procedures and compliance standards.




* Ensuring all documents and data are handled securely in line with GDPR and confidentiality protocols.




What We Are Looking For



* Previously worked as a Private Client Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Private Client Secretary, legal clerk or in a similar role.


* Previous secretarial experience, ideally within private client department (general legal secretarial experience will be considered).




* Fast, accurate typing skills (minimum 50 wpm).




* Experience with audio dictation would be preferred.




* Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.




* A professional and courteous manner when dealing with clients and colleagues




What's on Offer



* Competitive salary


* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays




* Company pension scheme




* Enhanced sick pay




* Long service recognition




* Eye test reimbursements




* Paid flu vaccinations




* Staff discounts on legal services




* Employee referral scheme




* Opportunities to support charity events




* Death in service cover




* Cycle to work scheme




* Health cash plan




This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected law firm offering a supportive working environment and genuine long-term prospects.

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