Legal Secretary (Probate)

TipTopJob; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy Private Client team. This role focuses on probate and estate administration, requiring exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle sensitive legal processes with compassion and discretion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience as a Legal Secretary in probate.
• Strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors.
• Preparing legal documents and managing client communications.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Legal Case Management Systems

Job description

Legal Secretary (Probate) - Hertfordshire

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a strong background in probate and estate administration? This is the role for you. JOB REF: 9744.

The Role

• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join a busy Private Client team, focusing primarily on probate and estate matters.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to play a key role in supporting solicitors and clients through often sensitive and complex legal processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence, and forms relating to probate and estate administration
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and handling client communications
• Filing probate applications and liaising with relevant authorities
• Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring compliance with firm procedures

Skills Required

• Minimum of 1 year's experience as a Legal Secretary in a probate or private client team
• Strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office and legal case management systems
• Discreet, compassionate, and able to handle confidential matters with sensitivity

To register your interest, please call Theresa Lucas on 454 or email. We will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timeframe, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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