Private Client Legal Secretary

Additional Resources; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in West Midlands is looking for a Private Client Legal Secretary to provide administrative support to solicitors and tax specialists. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £30,000 and includes benefits such as 25 days' annual leave, private medical insurance, and a company pension scheme. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal document production and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days' annual leave

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal secretary role, ideally in a private client or probate department.
• Strong typing skills with high accuracy is essential.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive secretarial and administrative assistance.
• Type and produce legal documents from dictation.
• Manage diaries and schedule appointments.
• Handle incoming calls and correspondence professionally.
• Assist with preparation of legal forms and documentation.

Skills

Previously worked as a Private Client Legal Secretary

5 years as a legal secretary

Experience handling probate forms and LPAs

Advanced typing and audio transcription skills

Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Experience using legal software systems

Full UK driving licence

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal practice specialising in private client matters, including wills, trusts, and estate planning delivering expert advice and exceptional service within their field.

As a Private Client Legal Secretary, you will be providing professional secretarial and administrative support to a busy team of solicitors and tax specialists.

This is a full-time office-based role offering a salary of up to £30,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Delivering comprehensive secretarial and administrative assistance to fee earners.
• Typing and producing legal documents from digital audio and copy dictation.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Handling incoming calls and correspondence in a professional and efficient manner.
• Greeting clients and visitors, providing front-of-house support when required.
• Assisting with the preparation of legal forms and documentation.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting the wider team as needed.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Private Client Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Private Client Secretary, legal clerk or in a similar role.
• Have experience of 5 years as a legal secretary within a private client or probate department.
• At least 2 years of experience handling probate forms and LPAs.
• Advanced typing and audio transcription skills with excellent accuracy.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience using legal software systems.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.

Shift

• Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) – 8.30am to 5pm
• 9am to 5.30pm

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free on-site parking

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected law firm offering a supportive working environment and genuine long-term prospects.

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