Private Client Legal Secretary — Exeter, Full-Time

QED Legal LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

QED Legal LLP in Exeter is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to support a busy private client team. You will handle audio typing, document production and diary management to help fee earners manage a varied caseload.

The role focuses on supporting private client matters such as wills, probate, trusts and estate administration, with a collaborative team and a professional client-facing approach. The firm offers a friendly environment and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Previous legal secretarial experience is essential.
• Experience in Private Client, Wills, Probate, Trusts or Estate Administration advantageous.
• Strong audio typing and diary management skills.

Responsibilities

• Audio typing and document production using digital dictation.
• Providing secretarial support to Private Client fee earners.
• Managing electronic diaries, appointments and schedules.
• Preparing correspondence and legal documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Using case management systems to maintain files and information.
• Assisting other members of the department with typing and administrative support when required.
• Communicating professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Providing occasional lunchtime and absence cover for Reception.
• Managing changing priorities and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Providing proactive administrative support across the wider Private Client team.

Skills

Audio typing

Diary management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Tools

Digital dictation

Legal case management

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

QED Legal LLP in Exeter is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to support a busy private client team. You will handle audio typing, document production and diary management to help fee earners manage a varied caseload.

The role focuses on supporting private client matters such as wills, probate, trusts and estate administration, with a collaborative team and a professional client-facing approach. The firm offers a friendly environment and competitive salary.