Private Client Legal Assistant

Private Client Legal Assistant

We're working on behalf of a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary law firm that is looking to add a Private Client Legal Assistant to their experienced team at their office in Frodsham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a sharp eye for detail, strong administrative capabilities, and ideally previous experience in Private Client work, to join a supportive and professional environment.

About the role

Supporting the Private Client department, you'll be working alongside a respected team and reporting directly to the Head of Department. The role involves a wide variety of responsibilities, including supporting solicitors with matters such as:

1. Opening new files and issuing Client Care documentation
2. Audio typing and preparing a range of legal correspondence and documents
3. Drafting legal documentation to support fee earners
4. Coordinating copying, post, and file management tasks
5. Managing diaries, arranging appointments and meetings
6. Handling client contact in person and over the phone with professionalism and warmth
7. Preparing invoices and completion statements
8. Processing payments and ensuring accurate financial record keeping
9. Archiving, file retrieval, and general office support including assisting reception as needed
10. Participating in training and maintaining compliance with Lexcel standards, SRA Accounts Rules, and other regulatory requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Excellent IT and audio typing skills
2. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
3. A proactive and detail-focused approach to work
4. Previous experience within a Private Client team or a professional office environment
5. A collaborative attitude and willingness to support the wider team when needed

This is a great opportunity for someone who's looking to be part of a close-knit and professional team, where client care and attention to detail are at the heart of everything they do.

If you're an experienced legal assistant or have strong admin skills from a professional setting and a genuine interest in private client work, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat on 0161 914 7357 or j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk