Legal Secretary – Probate (Private Client)

TSR-Legal; Poole; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial law firm in Dorset seeks a Legal Secretary for their Private Client team. This role entails providing secretarial support to a senior Fee Earner specializing in probate. Ideal candidates must have relevant experience, strong organisational skills, and a professional manner, benefiting from a competitive salary and supportive team environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing professional development

Convenient office-based role

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally in a Private Client/Probate team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Fast and accurate typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing legal documents, letters, and correspondence.
• Managing client communications and diary appointments.
• Supporting with the drafting of probate forms and Wills.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Typing Skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Legal Secretary – Probate (Private Client)
Poole, Dorset (Office-Based)
Up to £26,000 per annum (DOE)

TSR Legal are proud to be working with a leading commercial law firm in Dorset who are currently looking to recruit a Legal Secretary to join their well-established Private Client team, supporting a senior Fee Earner specialising in probate matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and organised legal secretary looking to work within a friendly and professional office-based environment.

The Role:

You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, with responsibilities including:

• Preparing legal documents, letters, and correspondence (audio and copy typing)
• Managing client communications, diary appointments, and general enquiries
• Supporting with the drafting of probate forms, Wills, and other private client documentation
• File management including scanning, photocopying, and archiving
• Liaising professionally with clients, colleagues, and third parties

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client/Probate team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Fast and accurate typing skills with good working knowledge of MS Office
• A professional, personable manner and a strong team ethic
• The ability to manage a busy workload independently and efficiently

In Return, You Will Receive:

• A competitive salary of £22,000 – £26,000 depending on experience
• A supportive team environment within a leading local law firm
• Career progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
• A convenient office-based role in central Poole

Apply now or get in touch with Rachel Phillips, Associate Director for a confidential discussion: 02920 388100 / [e-mail]