Legal Secretary Private Client

Legal Secretary

• Annual Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (DOE)
• Location: Chichester
• Job Type: Full-time, Office Based

An excellent and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join our highly reputable and well-established private client team. This role is ideal for someone who is confident, proactive, and has proven experience in Private Client Law.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage diaries and schedule appointments for the principal.
• Onboard new clients and carry out relevant checks.
• Handle file management tasks including opening, closing, and archiving files.
• Perform audio typing and dictation.
• Produce legal documents such as wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Undertake general secretarial and administrative duties.
• Answer telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties.
• Manage financial matters including requesting monies, preparing estate accounts, and completing posting slips for making payments.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A good academic record.
• Excellent typing skills.
• Previous experience within the legal profession, particularly in Private Client Law including wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Administration of Estates, and Probate.
• Computer literacy.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and ability.
• Full-time, office-based role with standard working hours.

To apply for this Legal Secretary position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.