Job Description
Private Client Legal Assistant
?? Location: Southend on Sea, Essex?? Salary: Dependent on experience?? Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday)
About the Role:
We are seeking a professional and efficient Private Client Legal Assistant to join a well-established legal team, working closely with a qualified solicitor. This role requires previous experience within a private client department and offers a varied and rewarding workload.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the solicitor in handling a range of private client matters including:
o Estate and succession planning
o Tax and wealth structuring
o Trust management
o Probate and charity matters
* Assist with diary management and appointment scheduling
* Take client calls and relay messages accurately and professionally
* Travel as required to meet clients
* Manage, draft, and process legal documentation related to private client work
Key Requirements:
* Solid experience working within a private client department
* Familiarity with private client documentation and processes
* Friendly and team-oriented, with a high degree of professionalism
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Confident handling sensitive client matters with discretion