Private Client Secretary (Wills & Probate)
Job Description
Private Client Legal Secretary - Office-Based
Alfreton
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in Private Client matters?
They are a friendly and well-established law firm located in Alfreton, known for delivering exceptional legal services with a personal touch.
The Role: They are seeking a reliable and proactive Private Client Secretary to join their team full-time. You'll be supporting fee earners in a busy office-based setting, playing an essential role in the smooth running of the department.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing legal documents and correspondence with accuracy
- Diary management and scheduling appointments
- Handling client enquiries with professionalism and warmth
- Supporting with Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney, and Estate Administration work
- Filing and document management (both physical and digital)
What they are looking for:
- Previous legal secretarial experience-ideally within a Private Client team
- Solid understanding of Wills & Probate procedures
- Excellent typing and IT skills (Microsoft Office proficiency essential)
- First-class communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised with a keen eye for detail
- Why Join them?
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Opportunity to develop your skills within a respected law firm
- Convenient office location in the heart of Alfreton
- Competitive salary based on experience
Interested? We'd love to meet someone who is passionate about providing outstanding client service and wants to play a vital role in a close-knit legal team.
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Required Skills
- Legal Secretary
- Legal Assistant
- Legal Administrator