Legal Secretary - Private Client

Hunters Recruitment and Training Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal firm in Worthing is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Private Client team. You will provide essential secretarial support, prepare legal documents, and manage client communications. The firm offers a collaborative working environment, with an emphasis on professionalism and client care. Ideal candidates will have experience in Private Client law and excellent audio typing skills.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Varied, rewarding workload

Collaborative and professional setting

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Client law is preferred.
• Organised and professional approach is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support across wills and probate.
• Prepare and proofread legal documents.
• Manage client communication and appointments.

Skills

Proven experience as a Legal Secretary

Fast and accurate audio typing skills

Confident using Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Tools

LEAP

Isokon

Job description

Legal Secretary Private Client

Worthing • Competitive Salary

Hunters respected legal client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Private Client team in Worthing. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a trusted, long-established firm that values professionalism, teamwork, and excellent client care.

The Role

• Provide secretarial and administrative support across wills, probate, and powers of attorney
• Prepare and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Manage diaries, appointments, and client communication
• Liaise with clients, the Probate Registry, and other organisations
• Support billing, filing, and general office administration

About You

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary (Private Client experience preferred)
• Fast and accurate audio typing skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems (LEAP or Isokon an advantage)
• Organised, professional, and a strong communicator

Why Join

• Supportive, close‑knit team in a highly regarded local firm
• Varied, rewarding workload with real responsibility
• Collaborative, professional, and friendly working environment

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a respected and friendly law firm, we’d love to hear from you.