Legal Secretary | Wills & Probate

TSR Legal; Dover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

TSR Legal seeks an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Wills & Probate team in Dover. This office-based role supports solicitors with essential secretarial duties and client communication, offering a competitive salary and a collaborative work environment within a respected law firm.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary in a Wills & Probate department required.
• Strong typing skills including audio typing (e.g., BigHand).
• Excellent communication and client care skills with a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support related to wills, probate, and estate administration.
• Manage legal documents and correspondence, including audio and copy typing.
• Coordinate client interactions, appointments, and document management.

Skills

Audio typing

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

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Legal Secretary | Wills & Probate, Dover

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Dover, United Kingdom

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Legal Secretary - Wills & Probate
Dover, Kent | Office-Based
£25,000 - £27,000 (DOE) + Benefits
A long-established and reputable law firm with a strong presence in Kent is looking to recruit a skilled Legal Secretary to support their busy Wills & Probate team in Dover. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and friendly private client department, working closely with experienced solicitors and legal executives.
The Role:
As a Legal Secretary in the Private Client department, you'll provide essential secretarial and administrative support on matters relating to wills, probate, trusts, powers of attorney, and estate administration. The role is office-based and ideal for someone with previous experience in a similar legal setting who enjoys working within a close-knit team.
Key Responsibilities:

• Audio and copy typing of legal documentation, correspondence, and forms
• Preparing and managing legal documents for estate and probate matters
• Liaising with clients, executors, financial institutions, and other third parties
• Diary management, arranging client appointments, and organising meetings
• Handling telephone and email enquiries with professionalism and empathy
• Filing, document management, and other administrative support as required

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary in a Wills & Probate or Private Client department (essential)
• Strong typing and administrative skills, including audio typing (e.g., BigHand or similar)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Excellent communication skills, with a sensitive and professional approach to client care
• A well-organised and proactive team player with great attention to detail

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience
• A full-time, office-based role in Dover
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to work in a respected firm with a loyal client base and strong local reputation

How to Apply:
If you're a confident and capable Legal Secretary with experience in Wills & Probate, contact Rachel Phillips at TSR Legal or apply directly below:

02920 388100