Legal Secretary Assistant

Blue Legal; West of England; Sur place; GBP 20 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Blue Legal is seeking a highly organised Legal Assistant to join the Private Client team in a UK law firm. You will provide administrative and secretarial support to fee earners and ensure smooth department operations while delivering exceptional client service.

The role includes file management, correspondence, diary coordination, CRM updates and compliance with data protection and AML requirements. Previous Private Client experience is a plus, and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar administrative role, ideally within a law firm.
• Experience within Private Client would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work effectively within a team.
• Professional, discreet and proactive approach.

Responsabilités

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to fee earners within the Private Client team.
• Manage file opening, document production, audio typing, filing, archiving and general correspondence.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, post and client enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Draft legal documents, letters and bills under supervision, using appropriate templates.
• Assist with basic legal processes, including obtaining documentation, completing forms and liaising with third parties.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments and diary arrangements.
• Maintain accurate client records and update the firm's CRM system.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, confidentiality, data protection and anti-money laundering requirements.
• Assist with marketing activities, events and the preparation of presentation materials.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, colleagues and external contacts.

Connaissances

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client service

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join the Private Client team of a highly regarded UK law firm.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners, ensuring the smooth running of the department while delivering an exceptional level of client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to fee earners within the Private Client team.
• Manage file opening, document production, audio typing, filing, archiving and general correspondence.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, post and client enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Draft legal documents, letters and bills under supervision, using appropriate templates.
• Assist with basic legal processes, including obtaining documentation, completing forms and liaising with third parties.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments and diary arrangements.
• Maintain accurate client records and update the firm's CRM system.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, confidentiality, data protection and anti-money laundering requirements.
• Assist with marketing activities, events and the preparation of presentation materials.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, colleagues and external contacts.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar administrative role, ideally within a law firm.
• Experience within Private Client would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work effectively within a team.
• Professional, discreet and proactive approach.