Legal Secretary

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Competitive salary

Office hours 9:00-17:30

Job summary

Machins Solicitors LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support our Private Client team from Berkhamsted on a full-time basis, five days per week. The role covers wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, and estate administration, with direct client liaison.

We offer a supportive, professional environment and a competitive salary package. Standard office hours are 9:00am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday. This position is based in Berkhamsted.

Qualifications

• Secretarial experience, preferably in Legal Service and Private Client.
• Typing at least 50 wpm with high accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Professional, friendly manner with strong client focus.
• Pride in delivering high-quality work on time.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to solicitors in Private Client.
• Prepare, format, and amend wills, powers of attorney, and trust deeds.
• Manage correspondence, calls, and diary.
• Liaise with clients and third parties confidentially.
• Assist with file management, billing, and compliance.

Skills

Typing 50 wpm

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Client service mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

We now have an opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Private Client team, ranked Tier 2 in legal 500. Our Private Client Team operates from both our Luton and Berkhamsted offices, with this full-time opportunity based in our Berkhamsted office, five days per week. Your responsibilities will include a range of administrative matters including wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, and estate administration, as well as liaising directly with clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a supportive, professional environment where attention to detail and client service are paramount.

About Us

Machins Solicitors LLP is a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care and expert legal advice. Our Private Client team provides tailored services in wills, probate, trusts, tax, and estate planning to a wide range of clients. To learn more about Machins Solicitors LLP, please visit our website at https://www.machins.co.uk/our-firm/work-for-us/

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors in the Private Client department.
• Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents including wills, powers of attorney, and trust deeds.
• Managing correspondence, telephone calls, and diary appointments.
• Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and confidential manner.
• Assisting with file management, billing, and compliance processes.

About You:

• Previous secretarial experience, preferably within Legal Service and ideally within Private Client is desirable.
• Strong typing (minimum 50wpm) and document production skills with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A friendly, professional manner and a genuine commitment to client care.
• Personal pride in the quality of their work which should be to a high standard and delivered within the required timeframes

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Standard office hours are 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday.

We may close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Pay: £25,000.00-£27,500.00 per year

QWE

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