Private Client Legal Secretary

Additional Resources; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in London is seeking a qualified Private Client Legal Secretary / PA to join their team. This full-time position offers a starting salary of £26,000 along with benefits such as sick pay, pension, and bonus schemes. Ideal candidates will have experience in private client work, including drafting legal documents and familiarity with IHT forms. This is a great opportunity to enhance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Sick pay

Company pension

Bonus scheme

Company events

Employee discount

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within private client work.
• Ability to draft legal documents and handle wills and probate.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative tasks within the department.
• Provide personal support to an individual as needed.

Skills

Private Client Legal Secretary experience

Typing speed of 60 words per minute

Digital audio transcription skills

Education

Minimum 1 year experience in private client

Tools

IHT205 form

IHT217 form

IHT400 form

Job description

Overview

A Private Client Legal Secretary / PA (Private Client) opportunity at a well-established legal firm. This is a full-time role with a starting salary of £26,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• General administrative tasks within the private client department
• Provide personal support to an individual within the department when required

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Private Client Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Private Client Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Legal clerk in a similar role
• Minimum 1 year experience in private client, Wills & Probate
• Background in drafting legal documents (probate, lasting powers of attorney, wills & trusts, and general correspondence)
• Familiarity with IHT forms: IHT205, IHT217, and IHT400
• Technical understanding of private client work
• Ability to prepare LPA forms and Wills under solicitor supervision
• Typing speed of 60 words per minute with digital audio transcription skills
• Right to work in the UK

Shift

Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary
• Sick pay
• Company pension
• Bonus scheme
• Company events
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Apply now for this exceptional Legal Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Job Info

• Job Title: Private Client Legal Secretary
• Company: Additional Resources
• Location:
• Posted: Sep 30th 2025
• Closes: Oct 31st 2025
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time