Legal Secretary Private Client

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

Job summary

A prestigious law firm seeks a Legal Secretary for its Private Client team in Kettering. The role involves vital support in managing Wills, Powers of Attorney, and estate administration, offering excellent career development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme with up to 4% matched contributions

Retail, utilities, and gym membership discounts

Health Cash Plans and health screening options

Paid volunteer leave

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Strong team player with client care skills.
• Experience in Private Client work is desired.

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

Calm under pressure

Empathy

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