Legal Secretary - Private Client

eNL; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Private Client Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the wills and probate team. The role demands strong secretarial skills, excellent IT proficiency, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy office. The ideal candidate will have a high level of accuracy and integrity. The firm offers a competitive salary and a collaborative working environment, with opportunities for ongoing development and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wellbeing support

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary within a private client department is preferred.
• High level of accuracy and professional integrity is required.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the wills and probate team.
• Prepare legal documents and maintain client files.
• Liaise with clients and external organisations to ensure excellent service.

Skills

Secretarial skills

Audio/digital dictation

Diary management

Communication abilities

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Job description

Private Client Secretary, East Midlands, £23,000+ (DOE) – A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive private client team. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Samantha on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV. Job reference: 215302060

The Role

• Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the wills and probate team.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence accurately and efficiently.
• Manage diaries, organise appointments and maintain client files.
• Handle a wide range of general administrative duties to support smooth departmental operations.
• Liaise professionally with clients and external organisations, ensuring clear communication and excellent client service.
• Assist with probate applications and Powers of Attorney, supporting solicitors throughout the process.
• Undertake billing tasks and maintain effective case management systems.

The Candidate

• Experienced secretary, ideally with previous a private client department.
• Strong secretarial skills, including audio/digital dictation and diary management.
• Excellent IT, communication and organisational abilities.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and professional integrity.
• Comfortable working in a busy office environment and handling confidential information.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and work quickly on your own initiative.
• Strong team player with exceptional client care skills.

The Firm

• Respected and progressive law firm known for delivering high-quality client service.
• Supportive internal culture with a commitment to long-term staff development.
• Private client team recognised for its personal approach and strong client relationships.

The Package

• Competitive salary package.
• Wellbeing support.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Supportive, caring and collaborative working environment

How to Apply:

Contact Samantha Ward at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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