Private Client Legal Assistant

Private Client Legal Assistant

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support a busy Wills, Trusts & Probate team with essential legal tasks.
  • Company: Join a highly regarded regional law firm with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 26 days' leave, and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Other info: Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development await you.
  • Why this job: Develop your legal career in a supportive environment while making a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or strong organisational skills preferred.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 Β£ per year.

We're working with a highly regarded regional law firm looking to recruit a Legal Assistant to join its busy Wills, Trusts & Probate team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal support professional looking to develop their career within Private Client law. You'll provide essential support to experienced fee earners while working on a broad range of wills, trusts and probate matters in a collaborative and supportive environment.

You'll be supporting matters including:

  • Wills and estate planning
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Trust creation and administration
  • Probate applications and estate administration
  • Client correspondence and legal document preparation
  • File management, compliance and billing support

You'll provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, prepare legal documents and correspondence through audio and copy typing, manage diaries and appointments, liaise with clients and third parties, and help ensure matters are progressed efficiently while delivering an excellent client experience.

What could make you stand out?

  • Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, ideally within a Private Client or Wills, Trusts & Probate team.
  • Fast and accurate audio and copy typing skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Outstanding communication and client care skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • 26 days' annual leave plus additional benefits.
  • Company pension and life assurance.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.

If you're looking to join a respected Private Client team where you can continue to develop your legal support career, I'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Ashleigh Curtis, or click apply today.

Private Client Legal Assistant employer: Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice

Join a leading Top 100 law firm renowned for its exceptional Clinical Negligence team in Surrey or Hampshire, where you will have the opportunity to work on high-value, complex claims that make a real difference in people's lives. The firm fosters a collaborative and supportive culture, offering clear career progression and leadership opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. This is an ideal environment for ambitious solicitors seeking meaningful work and long-term professional growth.

Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice

Contact Details:

Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Private Client Legal Assistant

Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Organizational Skills
Adaptability
Compassion
Flexibility
Teamwork