Private Client Legal Secretary

Additional Resources Ltd.; Chippenham, Royal Wootton Bassett; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Private Client department. This full-time, permanent position involves providing essential secretarial and administrative support, ensuring smooth client transactions and legal processes. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a similar role and possess strong communication and IT skills. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for career growth within a professional legal team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client department.
• Ability to handle sensitive client matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Handling administrative tasks linked to client matters and case files.
• Managing fee earner diaries and coordinating appointments.
• Typing legal correspondence and drafting straightforward legal documents.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Legal Secretary Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Private Client Legal Secretary

An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join the Private Client department of a well-established law firm.

This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

As a Legal Secretary, you will provide secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client department, ensuring the smooth running of client transactions and legal processes.

We are looking for two candidates, one based in Royal Wootton Bassett and one in Chippenham.

You will be responsible for:

1. Handling administrative tasks linked to client matters and case files
2. Managing fee earner diaries and coordinating appointments
3. Typing legal correspondence, drafting straightforward legal documents, photocopying, filing, and handling incoming post and emails
4. Preparing files for billing and supporting with general office processes
5. Screening calls and liaising with clients professionally and empathetically
6. Ensuring accurate client communication and updates throughout transactions
7. Maintaining compliance with relevant legal standards and basic accounts procedures

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client department
• A calm, professional, and flexible approach to work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team mindset
• Sound general administrative background
• Ability to handle sensitive client matters with discretion and understanding

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a professional legal team offering real career potential.

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