Job Description
Legal Secretary to Director and Private Client / Wills and Probate Department Head
Location: Towcester
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum (pro-rata for part time)
We are delighted to partner with a prestigious, Legal 500-listed, Lexcel and STEP accredited law firm, who are seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to directly support the Head of Private Client Department and the Director. This is a part time role, working 3 days per week, however full-time hours will also be considered.
With a focus on cutting-edge solutions and a strong commitment to work-life balance, this firm offers a contemporary work environment where each team member is trusted to contribute their best to the firm’s goals.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual looking for a fulfilling role supporting both the Private Client Department Head and the Director.
Role Responsibilities:
* Providing direct secretarial and administrative support to Director and Head of Department
* Audio typing and copy typing of correspondence and legal documents including Wills and LPA's
* File opening, closure, storage, and retrieval from archive
* Preparation of mails and enclosures for dispatch
* Diary management, arranging meetings etc
* Liaising with clients, other solicitors, probate office, banks and other professional third parties
* Providing support to colleagues
* Answering incoming calls, directing them to the relevant people and/or taking detailed messages
Suitable candidates will have:
* Previous legal secretarial experience, specifically within Private Client/Wills and Probate
* Experience of audio and copy typing
* Experience of drafting legal documents relating to wills and probate
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
This is a permanent job which is fully office-based. The role is full-time, however we will also consider suitably experienced candidates who are seeking reduced hours. Please state hours required on application.
Benefits include:
* 24 days’ annual leave, rising to 28 days, plus UK bank holidays
* Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period
* Free parking within walking distance
* Private healthcare scheme
* Health cash plan
If you’re looking for a diverse and rewarding role supporting a well-respected team, in a collaborative working environment we’d love to hear from you.
Note: Salary stated is given as a guideline, in line with market rate and will be wholly commensurate with experience. The information given above is correct to the best of our knowledge.
For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment
About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment
Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands.
We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent.
About Your Consultant
Tracey is the Owner and Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service – the way she believes recruitment should be!
Tracey’s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it’s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey’s experience and expertise.
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