Private Client Legal Secretary – Growth & Development Path

QED Legal LLP; Sykes (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

QED Legal LLP in Clitheroe is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its Private Client team. You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, ensuring matters are managed efficiently and clients receive excellent service.

Key duties include audio typing, preparing documents, maintaining files and diaries, handling calls, and supporting junior staff. A background in Private Client, Wills or Probate is advantageous, with strong communication and a

Qualifications

• Previous Legal Secretary or Legal PA experience, preferably in Private Client, Wills, Probate, Trusts or Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Strong audio typing and Microsoft Office skills; client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Audio typing and preparation of correspondence and legal documents.
• Opening, closing and maintaining client files.
• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings.
• Preparing outgoing post, documents and enclosures.
• Handling telephone calls and meeting clients in a professional and friendly manner.
• Maintaining accurate filing and document management systems.
• Providing day-to-day administrative support to fee earners.
• Supporting other members of the secretarial team when required.
• Assisting and providing guidance to junior or temporary secretarial staff.
• Undertaking relevant training and contributing to ongoing professional development.

Skills

Audio typing

Diary management

Client service

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

QED Legal LLP in Clitheroe is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its Private Client team. You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, ensuring matters are managed efficiently and clients receive excellent service.

Key duties include audio typing, preparing documents, maintaining files and diaries, handling calls, and supporting junior staff. A background in Private Client, Wills or Probate is advantageous, with strong communication and a