Legal Secretary - Private Client

Executive Network Legal Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Greater London is looking for a Legal Secretary with over a year of experience to support probate solicitors. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and communication skills, along with proficiency in MS Office. The successful candidate will assist in managing sensitive legal processes and ensure efficient administrative support, making a crucial impact on the firm's operations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years previous experience in a legal secretarial role.
• Strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology.
• Proficient in handling confidential matters with sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors.
• Preparing legal documents and managing diaries.
• Handling client communications and ensuring compliance with firm procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Proficiency in MS Office

Understanding of probate procedures

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Legal Secretary Private Client, 1+ years previous experience, London, £competitive salary. Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors. The firm will also consider Legal Assistants and Paralegals with experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to play a key role in supporting our solicitors and clients through often sensitive and complex legal processes

LEGAL SECRETARY/ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL:
You require a strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology, exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication. Be proficient in MS Office and legal case management systems. Discreet, compassionate, and able to handle confidential matters with sensitivity. Key responsibilities include providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors, preparing legal documents, correspondence, and forms relating to probate and estate administration, managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and handling client communications. Filing probate applications and liaising with relevant authorities and maintaining accurate client records and ensuring compliance with firm procedures.

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