Job Details

We are supporting a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Sevenoaks in their search for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, supportive environment and enjoys playing a key role in a close-knit legal team.

The Team You will join a friendly team of three legal secretaries, providing high-quality support to five fee earners, with the department set to expand further.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to private client fee earners
   
• Managing diaries, correspondence, and document production
   
• Preparing and formatting legal documentation with accuracy and attention to detail
   
• Handling telephone enquiries and maintaining strong client service standards
   
• Managing case files, digital dictation, and general office administration
   
• Liaising with clients, colleagues, and external organisations
   
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the department
   

Required Experience & Skills

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a Private Client department is essential
   
• Strong typing and document production skills
   
• Excellent organisational abilities and keen attention to detail
   
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
   
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage a busy workload
   
• Proactive, professional, and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
   

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (up to £30,000 FTE)
   
• Part time working available (4 day week) 
   
• Opportunity to be part of a well-respected and expanding private client team
   
• Long-term career potential within a stable, reputable firm