Legal Secretary

Newstaff Employment Services Ltd.; Luton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a meticulous Legal Secretary to join its dynamic Private Client team. The role offers full-time or part-time hours, focusing on providing essential administrative support in private client matters, such as wills and estate planning. Ideal candidates will have experience as a Legal Secretary, strong organizational skills, and understanding of private client law. The position offers a competitive salary package alongside excellent benefits including private healthcare and pension plans.

Benefits

Private Healthcare Plan

Pension Plans

Life Assurance

Training & Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in a private client capacity.
• Strong understanding of private client law including wills, probate, and trusts.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents including wills, powers of attorney, and estate administration papers.
• Maintain accurate and organized filing systems for client matters.
• Handle client correspondence and relay important information to solicitors and clients.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Understanding of private client law

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal management software

Job description

Job Description

Newstaff Employment Services is looking for a meticulous and dedicated Legal Secretary (Private Client) to join our dynamic team within the Private Client practice area of the firm. (Any practice area will be considered)

Full time hours or Part Time hours are available

In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to the solicitors specialising in private client matters, which may include wills, probate, trust management, and estate planning. You will be responsible for drafting legal documents, managing client communications, and ensuring that all paperwork is processed accurately and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have a solid knowledge of private client law, outstanding organisational skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to clients. Experience in other practice areas is also considered.

If you are passionate about supporting a legal team and enhancing client experiences within the private sector, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents including wills, powers of attorney, and estate administration papers.
• Maintain accurate and organised filing systems for client matters.
• Handle client correspondence and relay important information to solicitors and clients.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating meetings, court appearances, and client appointments.
• Conduct research and compile relevant information as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all legal protocols and confidentiality standards.
• Provide general administrative support to the Private Client team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in a private client capacity, though all other practice areas are considered too.
• Strong understanding of private client law including wills, probate, and trusts.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal management software.
• Strong typing and audio typing skills.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

Car owner preferred but not essential.

Monday to Friday (Full or Part Time Hours are considered)

Full time hours will be : 9 am to 5.30 pm. One hour for lunch. Office based.

Benefits

• Private Healthcare Plan
• Pension Plans
• Life Assurance
• Training & Development

Salary : £26, pa – £27, (pro-rata) depending on experience + excellent benefits package