Legal Secretary

Reed

Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 8 days

Northampton, Northamptonshire NN68AX, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Legal Secretary position is a full-time role based in Northampton, requiring 3 to 5 years of experience in handling high-net-worth and complex legal matters.
The working hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, totaling 37.5 hours per week.
Responsibilities include managing a caseload focused on Tax Planning, Wills, and Trusts, as well as drafting legal documents and maintaining client relationships.
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, along with benefits such as 24 days of holiday and a 3% employer pension contribution.
Candidates should possess strong drafting and organizational skills, proficiency in IT, and excellent interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively with clients at a senior level.

Legal Secretary

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Northampton
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm (37.5 hours per week)

Join our Private Client Team, which complements our firm's commercial legal services by providing comprehensive solutions to our clientele, primarily consisting of entrepreneurs, company directors/shareholders, and high-net-worth individuals. This role is based in Northampton, with occasional requirements to attend other office locations as directed by your manager.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

Manage your own caseload, focusing on Tax Planning, Wills, Wealth Protection, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Trusts.
Handle complex probate cases, including those with taxable estates and foreign elements, and experience in claiming Business Property Relief (BPR) and Agricultural Property Relief (APR).
Draft and proofread client correspondence, legal documents, and manage file organisation and client document maintenance.
Interact with clients and manage client relationships at a senior level, ensuring high standards of communication and service.
Assist in marketing efforts and develop contacts for the team and the firm.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience in handling high-net-worth and complex matters is advantageous.
Proficient in IT and online systems (Microsoft Office, legal industry-specific document management systems, online portals/datarooms, etc.).
Strong drafting, negotiation, and organisational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at senior levels.
Commercial, practical, and financial awareness.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

24 days holiday, increasing to 26 days according to policy.
Non-Contractual Leave – 3 Days for Christmas Shutdown.
3% Employer Pension Contribution.
BUPA Private Health.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Income Protection Scheme.
Death in Service Benefits.
Access to Perkbox / Benefits Hub.

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

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