Legal Secretary – Private Client
Private Client | Ashby de la Zouch - Leicestershire | £24,000–£28,000
The Firm
This opportunity sits within a long-established and well-respected regional practice known for its friendly, down-to-earth approach and commitment to delivering clear, practical support to clients.
Based in modern offices on the edge of Ashby de la Zouch, the firm offers the balance of a welcoming, community-focused environment alongside the resources and stability of a long-standing, successful business. Its culture emphasises teamwork, professionalism and genuine care for both clients and colleagues.
Have you been searching for a workplace where your organisational strengths truly matter? Do you want to join a supportive environment that values initiative, collaboration and excellent client service?
The Role
- Supporting a busy Private Client team covering wills, probate, trusts and tax.
- Preparing correspondence and documents through audio typing.
- Producing and formatting documents using the firm’s case management system.
- Meeting and speaking with clients, providing helpful and professional support.
- Handling incoming calls and dealing with general queries.
- Setting up and maintaining probate case management modules.
- Recording attendance notes accurately and promptly.
- Taking messages clearly and passing them on without delay.
- Undertaking photocopying, scanning and general administrative work.
- Providing support to other secretaries where needed.
- Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and arranging meetings for fee earners.
- Participating in training and supporting your own professional development.
- Ensuring confidentiality of client and firm information at all times.
- Following internal procedures and completing reasonable requests made by senior staff.
You
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within private client work.
- Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office and case management systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- A polite, professional telephone manner.
- Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
- A proactive, can-do attitude with strong organisational skills.
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
Benefits
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown.
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
- Life assurance at 3× salary.
- Private GP service.
- Annual performance-related bonus.
- Employee referral incentives.
- Company sick pay.
- Support for professional development.
- Employee of the quarter awards.
- Birthday wheel.
- Payday lunches.
- Social events.
- Volunteer time off.
If this like the right opportunity for you then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.
