Job Description
Legal Secretary - Private ClientEdinburghCirca £30,000 DOEPertemps are supporting a well-established law firm in Edinburgh, looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join their friendly and professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a respected practice that offers a supportive working environment and a varied workload within private client law.Key Responsibilities:
* Providing high-quality secretarial support to fee earners within the Private Client team
* Preparing and formatting legal documents including wills, powers of attorney and executry papers
* Diary management, arranging appointments, and handling client correspondence
* File opening, management, and closure in line with compliance procedures
* Assisting with general administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Requirements:
* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Private Client law
* Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
* Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
* Competence in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
* A discreet and client-focused approach