Full job description
Private Client Legal Secretary – Wills, Probate & Estates
Location: Nantwich
Full Time or 4 Days Per Week | Permanent
Hours: 9:00am – 5:15pm
Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join a busy and established Private Client team.

This position would suit a Legal Secretary with previous experience supporting Wills, Probate and Estate Administration matters who is looking for a varied role providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Private Client fee earners.

Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered, with the part-time option based on four days per week.

The Role

As Private Client Legal Secretary, your responsibilities will include:*Providing full secretarial and administrative support to Private Client fee earners
*Audio typing using digital dictation
*Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
*Supporting matters involving Wills, Probate and Estate Administration
*Using Smokeball case management software
*Managing and maintaining client files
*Scanning and document management
*Managing diaries, appointments and key dates
*Responding to client queries professionally and efficiently
*Liaising with clients and other parties by telephone and email
*Maintaining accurate and organised electronic and paper files
*Providing general administrative support to the wider Private Client team
About You

Ideally, you will have:*Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within Private Client
*Experience supporting Wills, Probate and Estate matters
*Strong audio and digital dictation skills
*Previous experience using legal case management systems; Smokeball experience would be advantageous
*A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
*Strong organisational and diary management abilities
*The ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage multiple tasks
*A professional and client-focused approach
*Excellent attention to detail
Hours & Working Pattern

Full-time hours are 9:00am – 5:15pm, with lunch between 1:00pm and 2:00pm.
Candidates seeking a four-day working week will also be considered.

Salary

Negotiable depending on experience, with an annual salary review.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary, Wills & Probate Secretary or Private Client Legal Assistant looking to join a supportive legal team and develop their experience within Wills, Probate and Estate Administration.