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Personal Legal Administrator / Legal Secretary – Private Client

We are looking for an experienced Personal Legal Administrator / Legal Secretary to join our growing Private Client department.

This is an opportunity for someone who sees Personal Legal Administration or Legal Secretarial work as their long-term career. We are looking for a committed, professional individual who wants to become an integral part of the team, providing consistent support as the department continues to grow. This role is not suited to someone looking for a short-term stepping stone into another position.

The Role

You will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support across a range of Private Client matters, including:

• Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Probate.
• Client onboarding, file management and compliance (including AML).
• Diary management and appointment scheduling.
• Preparing correspondence, legal documents and bills.
• Liaising with clients, beneficiaries and third parties.
• Maintaining accurate records using our case management system.

About You

You will have:

• Previous experience as a Personal Legal Administrator, Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant, ideally within a Private Client department.
• Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and legal case management systems (LEAP experience is desirable).
• A proactive, reliable and professional approach to your work.
• A genuine desire to build a long-term career in Personal Legal Administration or as a Legal Secretary, becoming a valued and trusted member of the team.

If you are looking for a role where you can establish yourself, grow with the department and make a lasting contribution, we would be delighted to hear from you.