Our client is a respected Cheshire law firm and we have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to become part of their busy Private Client team in Macclesfield, providing vital support to specialist fee earners across a broad range of matters including Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
This role offers genuine flexibility, with the hiring manager open to a variety of working patterns between 22 and 30 hours per week, worked within the firm’s normal office hours of 9:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and secretarial skills who enjoys delivering exceptional client service while working in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to Private Client fee earners.
* Act as the first point of contact for new client enquiries via telephone and the firm’s website, handling sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.
* Manage both electronic and paper-based client files, including file opening, closing, storage and retrieval in accordance with firm procedures and compliance requirements.
* Prepare, format and amend legal documentation, correspondence, probate papers and other Private Client documents.
* Carry out audio and copy typing accurately and efficiently.
* Assist with progressing matters by monitoring key deadlines and ensuring documentation meets required standards.
* Manage diaries, arrange appointments, prepare meeting packs and coordinate client communications.
About You
* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator is desirable, ideally within a Private Client, Wills or Probate department.
* Excellent typing skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise a varied workload effectively.
* Experience using legal case management systems; knowledge of P4W would be advantageous.
* Professional, approachable and client-focused, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
What’s on Offer?
Flexible Working
* Part-time opportunity with flexibility to work between 22 and 30 hours per week.
* Working hours can be agreed to suit both the successful candidate and the business.
* Office hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Annual Leave
* 24 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
* Additional paid office closure between Christmas and New Year (3 days).
* Birthday day off.
Health & Wellbeing
* Private healthcare cover.
* Medical cashback scheme.
* 24-hour GP service.
* Life assurance (4x annual salary).
* Enhanced sick pay.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Family-Friendly Benefits
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Financial Benefits
* Employer pension contributions.
* £1,000 employee referral scheme.
* Voucher reward schemes.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a flexible part-time opportunity within a highly regarded Private Client team, we’d love to hear from you