Private Client Legal Secretary — Probate & Wills

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Eastbourne; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join the Private Client department. You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to several fee earners on a varied caseload including Wills, Probate, and related documentation.

The role involves audio and copy typing, diary management, client liaison, ID/AML checks, and billing support. Prior Private Client experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary in Private Client preferred.
• Proficient audio and copy typing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple fee earners and tasks.

Responsabilités

• Provide full secretarial support to three fee earners in Private Client.
• Audio and copy typing of legal documents, correspondence and notes.
• Prepare and amend Wills, LPAs and Codicils.
• Assist with Probate applications and estate accounts.
• Manage diaries, appointments and client calls.
• Liaise with clients, executors and financial institutions professionally.
• Handle onboarding checks including ID and AML compliance.
• Support billing, file management and matter progression.
• Provide cover across the department when required.

Connaissances

Audio typing

Copy typing

Diary management

Client liaison

Description du poste

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join the Private Client department. You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to several fee earners on a varied caseload including Wills, Probate, and related documentation.

The role involves audio and copy typing, diary management, client liaison, ID/AML checks, and billing support. Prior Private Client experience is preferred.