Legal Secretary to Director and Private Client / Wills and Probate Department Head

Location: Towcester

Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum (pro-rata for part time)

We are delighted to partner with a prestigious, Legal 500-listed, Lexcel and STEP accredited law firm, who are seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to directly support the Head of Private Client Department and the Director. This is a part time role, working 3 days per week, however full-time hours will also be considered.

With a focus on cutting-edge solutions and a strong commitment to work-life balance, this firm offers a contemporary work environment where each team member is trusted to contribute their best to the firm’s goals. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual looking for a fulfilling role supporting both the Private Client Department Head and the Director.

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing direct secretarial and administrative support to Director and Head of Department
• Audio typing and copy typing of correspondence and legal documents including Wills and LPA’s 
• File opening, closure, storage, and retrieval from archive 
• Preparation of mails and enclosures for dispatch
• Diary management, arranging meetings etc
• Liaising with clients, other solicitors, probate office, banks and other professional third parties 
• Providing support to colleagues 
• Answering incoming calls, directing them to the relevant people and/or taking detailed messages

Suitable candidates will have:

• Previous legal secretarial experience, specifically within Private Client/Wills and Probate
• Experience of audio and copy typing
• Experience of drafting legal documents relating to wills and probate
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

This is a permanent job which is fully office-based. The role is full-time, however we will also consider suitably experienced candidates who are seeking reduced hours. Please state hours required on application. 

Benefits include:

• 24 days’ annual leave, rising to 28 days, plus UK bank holidays
• Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period
• Free parking within walking distance
• Private healthcare scheme
• Health cash plan

If you’re looking for a diverse and rewarding role supporting a well-respected team, in a collaborative working environment we’d love to hear from you. 

Note: Salary stated is given as a guideline, in line with market rate and will be wholly commensurate with experience. The information given above is correct to the best of our knowledge.