Private Client Legal Secretary

Additional Resources; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in Bridport is seeking a Private Client Legal Secretary to provide essential secretarial support. The role involves assisting with client communication, preparing legal documentation, and managing appointments. Candidates should have relevant experience, strong IT skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities. This full-time position offers a salary of £25,000 for a 37.5-hour work week along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus an additional day for your birthday

Progressive working environment

Valued wellbeing and work-life balance

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, or similar role.
• Experience in a private client department is ideal.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for clients.
• Prepare and handle confidential correspondence.
• Manage fee earners' diaries and arrange appointments.

Skills

Fast and accurate typing skills

Strong IT skills

Professional telephone manner

Excellent interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal firm based in Bridport, known for its professional and supportive working environment.

As a Private Client Legal Secretary, you will be providing secretarial and administrative assistance to the private client department, ensuring smooth delivery of services and maintaining a high level of client care. This full-time role offers a minimum salary of £25,000 for 37.5 hours work week and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, liaising with the legal team by telephone, in person, and in writing.
• Preparing and handling confidential correspondence and legal documentation.
• Producing documents and correspondence through audio transcription when required.
• Managing fee earners diaries, arranging appointments, and coordinating both internal and external meetings.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal assistant, Private Client Secretary, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
• Experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a private client department.
• Fast and accurate typing skills.
• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Professional telephone manner and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus additional day for your birthday.
• A progressive working environment that values wellbeing and work-life balance.

This is a great opportunity for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join a supportive and dynamic team, providing vital services within the family law sector.

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