Legal secretary - private client

Legal Secretary - Private Client
Edinburgh
Circa £30,000 DOE

Pertemps are supporting a well-established law firm in Edinburgh, looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join their friendly and professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a respected practice that offers a supportive working environment and a varied workload within private client law.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing high-quality secretarial support to fee earners within the Private Client team
Preparing and formatting legal documents including wills, powers of attorney and executry papers
Diary management, arranging appointments, and handling client correspondence
File opening, management, and closure in line with compliance procedures
Assisting with general administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Requirements:

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Private Client law
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Competence in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
A discreet and client-focused approach