Private Client Legal Secretary

TN United Kingdom; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established law firm as a Private Client Legal Secretary in Chippenham. This full-time role offers a supportive environment where your skills in legal administration will shine. You will manage diaries, prepare legal documents, and liaise with clients, all while being part of a team that values personal development and hard work. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for career progression in a vibrant and award-winning team known for excellent client care.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Pension Scheme

Supportive Working Culture

Opportunities for Career Progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary in a Private Client department.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team.
• Liaise with clients during sensitive legal processes.

Skills

Legal Secretary Experience

Excellent Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Team Player Attitude

Tools

Legal Case Management Systems

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Yolk Recruitment Ltd

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Private Client Legal Secretary

Salary up to £28k DOE

Yolk Recruitment is supporting this recruitment campaign for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join a well-established and award-winning law firm in Wiltshire. If you're an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in Private Client work and you thrive in a fast-paced, people-first environment, then this could be the ideal next step in your career.

This full-time, permanent opportunity is based across the Chippenham and Royal Wootton Bassett offices, offering a chance to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team where hard work is rewarded, and personal development is actively encouraged.

This is what you will be doing:

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

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

The experience you will bring to the team:

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.

This is what you will get in return:

The successful candidate will receive the following:-

• A competitive salary tailored to your experience.
• A supportive working culture with strong team values and a commitment to your personal development.
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme.
• The chance to be part of a friendly, award-winning team known for their excellent client care and vibrant social culture.
• Opportunities for long-term career progression in a growing and reputable legal practice.