Legal Secretary - Wills & Probate

Overview

Legal Secretary
Location: NG10, Nottingham
Salary: £24,000 £25,000
Hours: Monday Friday 9am 5pm
Start Date: Immediate start available

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well regarded law firm, providing key support within the Wills & Probate department. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, organised and detail focused individual to work in a friendly and professional environment.

The successful candidate will deliver high quality secretarial and administrative support to a fee earner and additional support when needed, with a strong emphasis on digital dictation, document preparation and effective client liaison.

Responsibilities

• Audio typing using digital dictation software
• Drafting and preparing Wills, Probate applications, LPA documents, and related correspondence
• Formatting, proofreading and editing legal documents with high attention to detail
• Managing and maintaining both electronic and paper filing systems
• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate client records
• Handling incoming calls, taking detailed messages and liaising with clients with professionalism and empathy
• Coordinating appointments, managing diaries and scheduling meetings
• Scanning, photocopying and archiving files as required
• Supporting colleagues across the department and covering reception duties where necessary

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Wills, Probate, Private Client, or related practice areas
• Fast and accurate audio typing skills
• Strong knowledge of digital dictation and case management software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and empathy
• A proactive, team-oriented approach and willingness to support wider office needs