Legal Secretary - Private Client

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for your next opportunity within a friendly, established Private Client team?

I'm currently recruiting for my client in Merry Hill, who are looking for a confident and organised Legal Secretary to join their Private Client department.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being the person who keeps everything moving - supporting fee earners, staying on top of deadlines and making sure clients receive a first-class service.

What will you be doing?

You'll provide day-to-day secretarial and administrative support across a busy Private Client caseload, including Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence
• Audio typing and transcription of dictations
• Managing diaries, appointments and emails
• Liaising confidently with clients, colleagues and external contacts
• Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems
• Supporting document management, data entry and general administration
• Using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel to keep things organised
• Managing your workload effectively and ensuring deadlines are met

What are they looking for?

Ideally, you'll already have experience working as a Legal Secretary within Private Client, or in a similar legal secretarial role.

You'll need:

• Strong audio typing skills and excellent attention to detail
• Previous experience within a law firm
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• A professional, friendly and client-focused approach

Why this firm over others?

My client is a well-established West Midlands law firm with a long history and a modern outlook. With roots stretching back more than 200 years, they have built a strong reputation for providing practical, straightforward legal advice to individuals, families and businesses.

You'll be joining a supportive and professional team where your contribution genuinely matters.

The benefits package includes:

• Bonus opportunities
• 31 days' holiday (pro rata), plus Christmas closedown
• Your birthday off
• Additional long-service leave
• Employee Cashplan
• Refer-a-colleague bonus scheme
• Discounted legal fees
• Pension scheme
• Dress for Your Day policy
•  Two paid volunteering days per year

Interested?

If you're an experienced Legal Secretary who enjoys working in a busy Private Client environment and wants to join a well-established, supportive legal team, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role.