Legal Secretary (Probate)

eNL; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary to join their busy Private Client team in London. This role focuses on probate and estate administration, providing essential support to solicitors and clients through complex legal processes. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year’s experience in a similar role, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking to make a significant impact in a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Legal Secretary in probate or private client team.
• Strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to probate solicitors.
• Preparing legal documents and managing client communications.
• Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Legal Secretary Experience

Probate Procedures

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

MS Office Proficiency

Legal Case Management Systems

Job description

Legal Secretary (Probate), 1+ Years previous experience, London, £competitive salary – Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a strong background in probate and estate administration? This is the role for you! JOB REF:9744.

THE ROLE:
• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join a busy Private Client team, focusing primarily on probate and estate matters.
• 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.

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

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary in a probate or private client team
• Strong understanding of probate procedures and terminology
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficient in MS Office and legal case management systems
• Discreet, compassionate, and able to handle confidential matters with sensitivity

To apply or to register your interest please call Theresa Lucas on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail].

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