Private Client Legal Assistant

Additional Resources; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in City Of London is looking for a Private Client Legal Assistant/PA to handle administrative tasks and support the private client department. The role requires a minimum of 1 year experience in private client work and proficiency in drafting legal documents. A competitive salary of £26,000 is offered along with benefits including sick pay and a company pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sick pay

Company pension

Bonus scheme

Company events

Employee discount

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in private client, Wills & Probate.
• Background in drafting legal documents.
• Capability to prepare LPA forms and Wills under solicitor supervision.

Responsibilities

• Handle general administrative tasks.
• Assist in duties within a private client department.

Skills

Experience in private client, Wills & Probate

Drafting legal documents

Familiarity with IHT forms

Technical understanding of private client work

Typing speed of 60 words per minute

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Legal Assistant/ PA (Private Client) to join a well-established legal firm, offering a wide range of services to both business and private clients. This full-time role offers a starting salary of £26,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Handle general administrative tasks and provide personal support to an individual within the private client department as required.
• Assist in duties within a private client department under solicitor supervision.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in private client, Wills & Probate.
• Background in drafting legal documents (probate, lasting powers of attorney, wills & trusts, and general correspondence).
• Familiarity with IHT forms: IHT205, IHT217, and IHT400.
• Technical understanding of private client work.
• Capability to prepare LPA forms and Wills under solicitor supervision.
• Typing speed of 60 words per minute with digital audio transcription skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Shift

Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm

What’s on offer / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Sick pay
• Company pension
• Bonus scheme
• Company events
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

How to apply / Additional information

Apply now for this exceptional Legal Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Job Information

• Job Title: Private Client Legal Assistant
• Company: Additional Resources
• Location:
• Posted: Sep 30th 2025
• Closes: Oct 31st 2025
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time