Private Client Legal Secretary

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Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary for their Private Client department in Chippenham. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits. You will provide essential secretarial support, ensuring smooth client transactions and legal processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client department.
• Calm, professional, and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Handling administrative tasks linked to client matters and case files.
• Managing fee earner diaries and coordinating appointments.
• Typing legal correspondence and drafting straightforward legal documents.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join the Private Client department of a well-established law firm. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

As a Legal Secretary, you will be providing secretarial and administrative support to a Private Client department, helping to ensure the smooth running of client transactions and legal processes.

They are looking for two candidates, one in Royal Wootton Bassett and one in Chippenham.

You will be responsible for:

• Handling administrative tasks linked to client matters and case files
• Managing fee earner diaries and coordinating appointments
• Typing legal correspondence, drafting straightforward legal documents, photocopying, filing, and handling incoming post and emails
• Preparing files for billing and supporting with general office processes
• Screening calls and liaising with clients in a professional and empathetic manner
• Ensuring accurate client communication and updates throughout transactions
• Maintaining compliance with relevant legal standards and basic accounts procedures

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client department
• A calm, professional, and flexible approach to work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team mindset
• Ability to handle sensitive client matters with discretion and understanding

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary to be part of a professional legal team offering real career potential.

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