Job Description
Legal Secretary - Private Client (Must have wills and probate experience)
* Location: Romford
* Job Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday (minimum of four days may be considered)
* Salary: Starting at £28,000 basic
Join a multi-office, Lexcel accredited High Street practice with a longstanding history of nearly 70 years, yet progressive in approach. We are seeking a Legal Secretary with proven, recent experience in Private Client work, specifically within the Wills & Probate department. This role is ideal for a self-motivated, highly organised individual with excellent communication skills, as it involves direct client interaction.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Assist in the Private Client department.
* Draft and prepare legal documentation including Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Wills & Trusts, and general correspondence.
* Prepare and complete IHT forms such as IHT205, IHT217, and IHT400.
* Manage Probate forms online and prepare LPA forms and Wills based on solicitor notes.
* Work as part of a friendly, enthusiastic team with excellent opportunities for progression.
* Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum of one year's experience assisting within Private Client, Wills & Probate.
* Experience with LEAP case management system is preferred.
* Strong technical knowledge of private client work with the ability to work unsupervised.
* Excellent administration, organisational, and digital audio transcription skills.
* Typing speed of 60 WPM.
* Excellent team player with a clear ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships.
* Ability to commute easily to all three offices for holiday and departmental team cover.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with Profit Related Performance bonus and yearly bonus.
* Company events and pension scheme (after 6 months of service).
* On-site parking and sick pay.
* 5.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays).
* Discretionary additional day off for your birthday (after probationary period).
* Discretionary additional holiday between Christmas and New Year.
To apply for this Legal Secretary position in the Private Client department, please submit your CV.