Private Client Legal Assistant — Trusted Director Support

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £28,000

Permanent position

Direct support to senior Director

Opportunity to specialise in Private**

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited in Clitheroe is seeking a Private Client Legal Assistant / Secretary to join a busy Private Client department. You will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to a fee-earning Director, ensuring files and matters progress smoothly.

The role suits someone with previous legal secretarial or paralegal experience, strong organisation and communication skills, and a proactive, confidential approach. Salary up to £28,000 DOE, full-time permanent position.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal secretarial, legal assistant or paralegal roles.
• Experience in Private Client Law is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word.
• Professional, approachable manner with strong client care.
• High accuracy, discretion and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and support colleagues in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, legal documents and client care materials.
• Open and manage client files.
• Manage diaries, appointments and client meetings.
• Handle calls and emails and routine client enquiries.
• Assist with Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and LPA documents.
• Support file management and progression of client matters.
• Liaise with clients and external contacts to obtain information.
• Undertake paralegal tasks under supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Legal secretarial

Paralegal

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

QED Legal Recruitment Limited in Clitheroe is seeking a Private Client Legal Assistant / Secretary to join a busy Private Client department. You will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to a fee-earning Director, ensuring files and matters progress smoothly.

The role suits someone with previous legal secretarial or paralegal experience, strong organisation and communication skills, and a proactive, confidential approach. Salary up to £28,000 DOE, full-time permanent position.