Private Client Legal Secretary

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Bath is seeking a Private Client Legal Secretary to provide essential support to their team. The role involves managing correspondence, liaising with clients, and assisting with legal documentation. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a legal environment and excellent communication skills, ensuring a professional approach during sensitive matters.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally in Private Client.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support.
• Liaise with clients during sensitive legal processes.
• Prepare straightforward legal documents under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

IT Proficiency

Team Player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal Case Management Systems

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Legal Secretary - Private Client

As a Private Client Legal Secretary, your duties and responsibilities will include:

1. Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team, including diary management, billing preparation, and call screening.
2. Typing correspondence, opening files, managing incoming and outgoing post, and ensuring all documentation is accurately filed.
3. Liaising with clients in a professional and empathetic manner, particularly during sensitive legal processes such as Wills, Probate, or LPAs.
4. Preparing straightforward legal documents and assisting with basic legal tasks under supervision.
5. Supporting colleagues and other departments with reception and postal duties as required.

Experience required:

You will bring the following experience to the Private Client team:

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client department.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage a varied workload efficiently.
• Confident IT user with proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal case management systems.
• A team-player attitude with the flexibility to support wider office functions as needed.