Full job description*£27,000-£32,000 plus benefits
*Support a friendly Private Client team
*Training and development opportunities
Private Client Legal Assistant
£27,000–£32,000 DOE
Emsworth, Hampshire | Full-time, permanent | Office-based

What’s on offer:
*Generous annual leave allowance
*Company pension scheme
*Supportive, collaborative team
*Training and professional development opportunities
Looking for a Legal Assistant role where your organisation skills and client care make a difference?

SJC Partners is recruiting on behalf of an established law firm seeking a Legal Assistant to join its friendly Private Client team. You’ll provide administrative and secretarial support to fee earners, helping client matters run smoothly from opening a file through to completion.

Your role will include:
*Opening files, managing correspondence and maintaining accurate records
*Preparing documents, handling dictation and managing diaries
*Liaising with clients and responding to routine enquiries
*Chasing documents and information from clients and third parties
*Communicating with HMRC and the Office of the Public Guardian
*Closing and archiving files
About you:
You’ll be organised, proactive and confident communicating with clients, with a compassionate approach to sensitive matters. Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise a varied workload are essential, alongside experience using Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator would be advantageous, particularly within private client, wills, probate or trusts.

Apply with your CV for a confidential discussion with Paige at SJC Partners.