Private Client Legal Secretary

Confidential; Eastbourne; Presencial; GBP 24 000 - 28 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Confidential law firm in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to support a fee earner across wills, probate, estate administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney. The role focuses on accuracy, client service and efficient diary and file management.

You will handle audio and copy typing of legal documents, assist with onboarding, AML checks, billing support and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualificações

• Experience as Legal Secretary in Private Client matters.
• Strong audio and copy typing with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Provide full secretarial support to a Private Client fee earner.
• Type documents, prepare wills, LPAs and probate papers.
• Manage diaries, appointments and client calls.
• Support billing, file management and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with onboarding and AML checks.

Conhecimentos

Legal Secretarial experience

Private Client knowledge

Audio typing

Copy typing

Organisational skills

Client communication

Ferramentas

BigHand

Oyez Forms

Excel

Partner 4 Windows

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Private Client Legal Secretary - Eastbourne, East Sussex

Join a highly regarded local law firm with an excellent reputation, a welcoming culture and lovely offices.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm based in Eastbourne.

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

Working closely with one fee earner, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across all aspects of Private Client work, including wills, probate, estate administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

This is a varied position suited to someone who enjoys working in a client-focused legal environment, takes pride in producing accurate work and can confidently manage competing priorities. You will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the department and ensuring clients receive a professional and efficient service.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing full secretarial and administrative support to a fee earner within the Private Client team.
• Audio and copy typing legal documents, correspondence, attendance notes and file notes.
• Preparing and amending Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Codicils and Probate applications.
• Assisting with estate accounts, inheritance tax forms and estate administration.
• Managing diaries, arranging appointments, meetings and client calls.
• Liaising professionally with clients, beneficiaries, executors, attorneys, financial institutions and other third parties.
• Handling incoming telephone calls and general Private Client enquiries.
• Opening new client files and completing client onboarding, identification and anti-money laundering checks.
• Managing emails, post, filing and document management.
• Supporting billing, file management and matter progression.
• Ensuring files remain accurate, up to date and compliant with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Undertaking general secretarial and administrative duties to support the smooth running of the department.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a Private Client department.
• A sound understanding of wills, probate and estate administration.
• Strong audio and copy typing skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
• A professional, approachable manner and confidence communicating with clients.
• Good IT skills and technical competence.

Experience with digital dictation, BigHand, Oyez Forms, Excel and Partner 4 Windows would be advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• An established firm with a strong local reputation.
• A friendly and welcoming working culture.
• Lovely office surroundings.
• The opportunity to work closely with one fee earner in a supportive environment.
• A varied role covering a broad range of Private Client matters.
• A competitive salary based on your experience.