Legal Secretary - Private Client

Executive Network Legal Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in the East Midlands is seeking a Private Client Secretary to provide essential administrative and secretarial support to the wills and probate team. The ideal candidate will have strong secretarial skills, ideally in a private client setting, and will be responsible for managing diaries, preparing legal documents, and liaising with clients. This position offers a competitive salary, ongoing development opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Wellbeing support

Ongoing learning and development

Generous annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a private client department is preferred.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the wills and probate team.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence accurately.
• Manage diaries and client files efficiently.

Skills

Secretarial skills

Audio/digital dictation

Diary management

IT skills

Communication skills

Organisational abilities

Client care skills

Job description

Private Client Secretary, East Midlands, £23,000+ (DOE) – A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive private client team. Job reference: 215302060

THE ROLE

• Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the wills and probate team.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence accurately and efficiently.
• Manage diaries, organise appointments and maintain client files.
• Handle a wide range of general administrative duties to support smooth departmental operations.
• Liaise professionally with clients and external organisations, ensuring clear communication and excellent client service.
• Assist with probate applications and Powers of Attorney, supporting solicitors throughout the process.
• Undertake billing tasks and maintain effective case management systems.

THE CANDIDATE

• Experienced secretary, ideally with previous a private client department.
• Strong secretarial skills, including audio/digital dictation and diary management.
• Excellent IT, communication and organisational abilities.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and professional integrity.
• Comfortable working in a busy office environment and handling confidential information.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and work quickly on your own initiative.
• Strong team player with exceptional client care skills.

THE FIRM

• Respected and progressive law firm known for delivering high-quality client service.
• Supportive internal culture with a commitment to long-term staff development.
• Private client team recognised for its personal approach and strong client relationships.

THE PACKAGE

• Competitive salary package.
• Wellbeing support.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Supportive, caring and collaborative working environment