Legal Secretary - Probate Team
Competitive
Hertfordshire (Full-time, Office-Based)
A leading regional law firm in Hertfordshire with offices near London is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our busy Probate team. This is a full-time, office-based position offering the opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the Probate team
Drafting and preparing a range of legal documents and correspondence, including Wills, Deeds, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection applications, and Inheritance Tax forms
Completing closure forms for investments under the supervision of fee earners
Audio typing via digital dictation, ensuring all documents adhere to the firm’s style and are error-free
Managing telephone and in-person client interactions with professionalism, including providing updates on case progress
Diary management, including arranging meetings and appointments, and ensuring calendars are kept up to date
File and case management, including billing preparation and file organisation
Building and maintaining detailed knowledge of clients and their matters
Candidate Profile:
Substantial and recent experience working wi...