Private Client Legal Secretary

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum
Location: Birmingham
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview of the Private Client Legal Secretary role

An established and highly regarded private client law practice is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join its busy and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and proactive individual with a strong background in private client law to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support within a collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience within a private client department and be confident managing a varied workload while delivering exceptional client service.

Key responsibilities of the Private Client Legal Secretary will include:

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners
• Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence
• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings
• Preparing legal forms and documentation, including probate and estate administration paperwork
• Assisting with the preparation of IHT400 forms and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Handling client communications via telephone, email and in person
• Providing reception and front-of-house support when required
• Maintaining accurate client records and filing systems
• Supporting the wider team to ensure efficient delivery of legal services

Required experience will include:

• Experience in legal secretarial and audio typing duties
• Experience within a private client or probate department
• Experience preparing probate forms and LPAs
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams
• Experience using legal case management systems; knowledge of LEAP would be advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Driving licence and access to own transport

Benefits available include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary of up to £30,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Free on-site parking

Working hours

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Either 8:30am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:30pm
• One-hour lunch break

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join a respected legal practice with a strong reputation in the market and a supportive working environment.

How to apply

If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Private client legal secretary role, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential discussion regarding the role and organisation, please contact Taylor Wise at Sellick Partnership for further information.

Synonyms: Legal Secretary, Private Client Secretary, Probate Secretary, Wills and Probate Secretary, Legal Administrator, Private Client Legal Assistant

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