Legal Secretary

JMC Legal Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Scottish firm is looking for a Legal Secretary to support its Private Client team in Edinburgh. You will perform essential administrative duties, engage with high-profile clients, and develop your legal expertise. Join a motivated team that fosters personal growth and flexible working.

Benefits

Engrained culture of flexible working

Excellent package including financial protection measures

Well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience in the private client sector would be beneficial, but not essential.
• Solid administrative skills and experience.
• Able to confidently communicate with internal and external parties.
• Will have worked in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct and edit confidential legal documentation.
• Communicate with lawyers to understand workload.
• Monitor the team calendar and arrange travel.
• Create presentations and Excel spreadsheets.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Job description

Want to join this leading firm as their next Legal Secretary supporting the Private Client team? Play a vital role in helping renowned legal professionals with a complex array of tasks, always keeping you engaged and in the midst of the Private Client market.

As a Legal Secretary, you will gain invaluable experience in a full-service firm, boosting your overall legal knowledge and continuing to add to your network. You will make a real difference to the Edinburgh team and gain a range of transferable skills to take forward with you in your career.

Firm
With a rich history and forward-looking approach, this dynamic Scottish firm has cemented its place as one of the leading law practices in the country. Spanning several decades, their legacy of excellence has seen them grow into a national powerhouse, consistently recognised as one of the top firms in Scotland across various practice areas.

This firm is known for its comprehensive expertise, exceptional client service, and commitment to quality. Their team of highly ranked professionals includes some of the most respected names in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners directories.

Whether handling complex corporate deals, dispute resolution, real estate projects, energy regulations or offering personal legal advice, the firm is a trusted partner for businesses and individuals, offering innovative and practical solutions.

Role
Upon joining this vibrant team in Edinburgh, your main responsibility will be to support an advancing Private Client Team.

This team deals with asset protection matters, including estate administration, wills, Guardianship Orders, Powers of Attorney, Trusts and estate planning. As well as working on Capital Gains Tax, Income Tax and Inheritance Tax.

You will be responsible for:

• Constructing and editing confidential, legal documentation to share with clients
• Communicating with lawyers to understand their workload and organise this appropriately
• Monitoring the team calendar, ensuring meetings and appointments are inputted correctly
• Arranging travel for all members of the team
• Creating presentations and Excel spreadsheets with relevant and up-to-date market knowledge and data
• Dealing with client inquiries over the phone and via email, ensuring you are always communicating in a professional manner
• Participating in larger projects when necessary

This is a great opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a leading firm and be part of an ambitious team. You will work alongside motivated professionals who will challenge you to excel and help elevate your career to the next level.
The Ideal Candidate

• Experience in the private client sector would be beneficial, but not essential
• Solid administrative skills and experience
• Able to confidently communicate with internal and external parties
• Will have worked in a fast-paced environment and consistently met deadlines

What's on offer

• Join a friendly and motivated team in a growing firm with an esteemed reputation
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work
• Engrained culture of flexible working
• Excellent package including financial protection measures, well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom