Private Client Legal Secretary Portsmouth Part-Time (3 days per week Tuesday, Thursday & Friday) Salary commensurate with experience This is a part-time position 21 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, perfectly suited to those who value work-life balance and enjoy getting to the bottom of an inbox. A long-established and well-respected law firm (think 150 years of legal excellence, not 150-year-old furniture) is on the lookout for a capable and unflappable Private Client Legal Secretary to join their friendly team in Portsmouth. The Firm: Our client is a reputable, multi-service South Coast law firm known for combining traditional values with a modern, client-focused approach. Their private client team is busy, knowledgeable, and (despite the nature of the work) full of good humour and warmth. They've been trusted advisors in the community for over a century and aren't slowing down anytime soon. The Role: You'll be a key player in keeping the private client department running smoothly which means a mix of secretarial support and top-tier admin. The team handles everything from wills and probate to powers of attorney, so a steady hand and a calm head are essential. Your typical day might include: Typing up dictation without needing a translator Juggling diary appointments like a seasoned PA ninja Onboarding new clients (no actual boarding passes required) Opening, closing and archiving files with more precision than a librarian Answering calls, chasing documents, and liaising with clients and third parties Generally being the teams organisational guru About You: You've got experience in private client law and know your way around a probate file You can type faster than most people think (and more accurately too) Outlook, Word and Excel don't scare you in fact, you're on first-name terms You're professional, personable, and as reliable as a well-made cup of tea You can multi-task without dropping the ball or the biscuit You're comfortable working both in a team and solo (but don't worry, we won't leave you talking to the printer for company) In return, you'll get: A warm, welcoming office in Portsmouth Colleagues who know their stuff (and can laugh about it too) The support of a firm that values its people as much as its clients The work-life balance that comes with part-time hours Interested? Apply in confidence today you bring the admin magic, and they'll bring the history, the professionalism, and a solid biscuit tin. Benefits include, but not limited to; Contributory Pension Competitive salary Client referral gifts Additional holiday over Christmas Free or reduced Legal costs for staff and their close family members Extended sickness policy 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year after 5 years service, not exceeding 30 days (pro rata) Free sight tests Health Cash Plan Discounted gym membership Life Assurance Flexible Working