Legal Secretary

Tate; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider in the Southampton area is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Wills, Trusts, and Probate department. The role includes managing client files, providing high-quality client care, and preparing legal documents. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and be confident in using MS Office. This is a full-time, office-based position with a salary of up to £29,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Experience in audio typing/dictation.

Responsibilities

• Managing client files and ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Providing high-quality client care and acting as a key point of contact.
• Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Handling client correspondence via telephone, email, and in person.
• Performing general administrative duties to support fee earners.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Proactive and reliable

Confident using MS Office

Job description

Overview

Legal Secretary - Wills, Trusts & Probate

Salary: Up to 29,000 per annum (dependent on experience). Location: Southampton outskirts. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Office-based

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy and growing Private Client department, specialising in Wills, Trusts, and Probate. This is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a supportive, professional team within a well-established firm.

You'll play an integral role in ensuring the smooth running of the department, providing exceptional administrative and client support in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing client files and ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Providing high-quality client care and acting as a key point of contact.
• Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Handling client correspondence via telephone, email, and in person.
• Performing general administrative duties to support fee earners.

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Confident using MS Office applications, with experience in audio typing/dictation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment where their contributions are recognised and valued. If you take pride in your work and enjoy supporting a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.