Legal Secretary - Private Client

Pertemps; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking a Legal Secretary with over a year of experience to provide essential support to probate solicitors. This dynamic role involves handling sensitive legal matters and ensuring efficient communication and document management within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years previous experience in a legal environment.
• Ability to handle confidential matters sensitively.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors.
• Preparing legal documents and handling client communications.
• Filing probate applications and maintaining client records.

Skills

Understanding of probate procedures and terminology

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proficiency in MS Office

Legal case management systems

Discretion

Compassion

Sensitivity

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.

To apply or to register your interest, please call Theresa Lucas at 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail]. Job Ref: 9892

Legal Secretary/Assistant/Paralegal Requirements:

• Strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal case management systems
• Discreet, compassionate, and able to handle confidential matters with sensitivity

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence, and forms related to probate and estate administration
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments
• Handling client communications
• Filing probate applications and liaising with relevant authorities
• Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring compliance with firm procedures

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