Private Client Legal Secretary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Northwich; In loco; GBP 21.000 - 31.000; Part-time

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Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join the Northwich team on a permanent basis. The role is office-based, with options for full-time or part-time hours.

You will support Wills, Probate, Trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney, handle audio and copy typing, manage diaries and file opening/closing, and liaise with clients in a professional and sensitive manner.

Competenze

• Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within Private Client
• Strong document production and typing skills
• Confident dealing with clients by telephone, email, and in person
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
• Comfortable supporting multiple fee earners and diary management

Mansioni

• Wills and estate planning and probate administration
• Liaising with clients and professionals in a professional and sensitive manner
• Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings
• Opening, maintaining, and closing client files
• Preparing and formatting correspondence and legal documents
• Audio and copy typing
• Scanning and filing and maintaining accurate records
• Assisting fee earners with day-to-day Private Client matters
• Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the department

Conoscenze

Private Client experience

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Our client is recruiting for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join their team in Northwich on a permanent basis.

This position is available on either a full-time or part-time basis. Due to the requirements of the team, the role is office-based.

Part-time applicants would need to be available across 4 or 5 days per week, although reduced hours can be considered.

Role

• Wills and estate planning.
• Probate and estate administration.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Trusts.
• General Private Client matters.
• Preparing and formatting correspondence and legal documents.
• Audio and copy typing.
• Opening, maintaining and closing client files.
• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings.
• Dealing with telephone calls and enquiries from clients and other professionals.
• Liaising with clients in a professional and sensitive manner.
• Scanning, filing and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisting fee earners with the day-to-day progression of Private Client matters.
• Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the wider department.
• Ensuring files and documentation are maintained in accordance with the firm's procedures and regulatory requirements.

Candidate

• Have previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within Private Client.
• Have experience supporting matters involving Wills, Probate, Trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Have strong typing and document production skills.
• Be confident dealing with clients by telephone, email and in person.
• Have excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Be comfortable managing diaries and supporting multiple fee earners where required.
• Have good attention to detail and the ability to work accurately.
• Be confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Have a professional, approachable and sensitive manner when dealing with clients.
• Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful