Private Client Legal Assistant

GerrardWhite; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private practice in Royal Tunbridge Wells seeks a Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join their close-knit team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for long-term progression in a supportive environment, with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Hybrid working available

Genuine long-term progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in private client legal support roles as Legal Secretary/Assistant or Paralegal.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent communication.
• Proactive attitude and interest in Private Client work.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Private Client team with Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration.
• Drafting legal documents and managing client files.
• Preparing bundles and handling document production.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

Experience as Legal Secretary/Assistant or Paralegal

Job description

Private Client Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Are you a Private Client Legal Assistant, Secretary, or Paralegal looking for a role where you can genuinely add value and be part of a small, friendly team?

We’re working in partnership with a well-regarded private practice in the heart of Tunbridge Wells that is seeking a Private Client Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join its close-knit Wills & Probate department. This role will involve supporting two other members of legal support within the team and would suit someone who enjoys working in a smaller, more personal firm while still engaging in high-quality, client-focused work.

Whether you bring experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant or are a Private Client Paralegal, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a varied role with scope for long-term progression. For those with the interest and capability, there is the potential to take on some fee-earning work over time.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the Private Client team on a broad mix of matters, including Wills, Probate, LPAs, and Estate Administration
  
  
• Drafting standard correspondence and legal documents such as basic Wills, LPA forms, and probate applications
  
  
• Preparing bundles, managing files, and handling document production and client onboarding
  
  
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and liaising with clients, beneficiaries, and third parties
  
  
• Assisting with file opening/closing and compliance checks
  
  
• Audio typing/dictation and administrative support as required
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• Experience within a private client legal support role, either as a Legal Secretary/Assistant or Paralegal
  
  
• Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and empathetic manner
  
  
• Confident working as part of a small team and able to take initiative when needed
  
  
• A flexible, proactive attitude and genuine interest in Private Client work
  
  

Location & Working Pattern:
Based in central Tunbridge Wells, this is a full-time role with hybrid working available following an initial settling-in period. The office is easily accessible by public transport, and there are local parking options nearby (though not on-site).

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
  
  
• Hybrid working available
  
  
• Genuine long-term progression, with potential to take on fee-earning work if desired
  
  
• Supportive, friendly team environment with a focus on quality service
  
  

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real contribution and grow in a collaborative, client-focused firm, we’d love to hear from you.

Private Client Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Location: Tunbridge Wells (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (DOE)
Full-time | Hybrid working available

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