Legal Secretary Private Client

Wilson Browne LLP; Kettering; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Kettering is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support their Private Client team. The role involves managing client enquiries, preparing legal documents, and providing secretarial support. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

3x salary death in service benefit

Pension scheme with up to 4% matched contributions

Retail, utilities, and gym membership discounts

Health Cash Plans and health screening options

Paid volunteer leave

Long service and staff recognition awards

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and client care skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Handle client enquiries and appointments.
• Prepare precedent letters and draft documents.
• Complete Will and LPA matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client care skills

Teamwork

Education

Previous Private Client or secretarial experience

Job description

Legal Secretary

Private Client Team | £23,000-£26,500 | Kettering

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Exciting opportunity to join Wilson Browne Solicitors, a prestigious law firm with a 200-year heritage and a strong regional presence across Northamptonshire and Leicester. We're seeking a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support our busy Private Client team in Kettering.

About Wilson Browne Solicitors: •

6 offices across the region • Legal 500 recognised Private Client team • Great work-life balance • Varied and interesting clients • Excellent career development opportunities

Role Overview: As a Legal Secretary in our Private Client team, you'll provide crucial support in Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), and estate administration. You'll be part of a dynamic, Legal 500 recognised team led by 4 Partners.

Key Responsibilities: • Handle client enquiries and appointments • Prepare precedent letters and draft documents • Complete Will and LPA matters • Open files and manage paperwork • Provide secretarial support using digital dictation

Ideal Candidate: • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy • Strong teamwork and client care skills • Ability to remain calm under pressure • Empathy for elderly, vulnerable, and bereaved clients • Previous Private Client or secretarial experience is desired.

Benefits: • Competitive salary: £23,000-£26,500 per annum • Generous holiday entitlement (increases with service) • 3x salary death in service benefit • Pension scheme with up to 4% matched contributions • Retail, utilities, and gym membership discounts • Health Cash Plans and health screening options • Paid volunteer leave • Long service and staff recognition awards • Cycle to work scheme