Legal Secretary - Private Client

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Job summary

A leading firm in Northampton is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Private Client team. The role includes managing High Net Worth cases, preparing wills, and handling legal documentation. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience, along with exceptional organizational skills. The firm offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits including private health insurance and employee perks.

Benefits

24 days holiday (increasing to 26)

Private health insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Income Protection Scheme

Access to employee perks and rewards platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 years' experience in a private client legal team.
• Competence in handling client correspondence and legal document preparation.
• Efficient file and record management.

Responsibilities

• Experience with tax planning and preparation of wills.
• Handling of High Net Worth and complex matters.
• Drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney and handling Probate.

Skills

Legal drafting

Client correspondence handling

File and record management

Strong communication

Team-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal document management systems

Job description

Position: Legal Secretary
Location: Northampton
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm (37.5 hours per week)
Team: Private Client

24 days holiday (increasing to 26 days in accordance with policy)

3 days for Christmas shutdown

Private health insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Income Protection Scheme

Access to employee perks and rewards platform

Key Knowledge Areas:

Experience with tax planning, preparation of wills, and wealth protection

Handling of High Net Worth and complex matters

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Trusts, including Family Investment Companies and declarations of trust

Probate, including taxable estates, foreign assets, and claims for property reliefs

Knowledge of Inheritance Tax

Experience in:

Tax planning

Trust administration

Estate administration and preparation of estate accounts

Corporate/commercial legal contexts

Familiarity with other legal practice areas such as Corporate, Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, and Real Estate

Key Skills:

Minimum of 1 years' experience in a private client legal team

Ability to manage own workload when necessary

Strong legal drafting and proofreading abilities

Competence in handling client correspondence and legal document preparation

Efficient file and record management

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems

Commercial and practical awareness

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Team-oriented with good negotiation and organizational capabilities

Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

This employer is committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered fairly and without discrimination.

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