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- Location: Romford
- Job Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday (minimum of four days may be considered)
- Salary: Starting at £28,000 basic
Join a multi-office, Lexcel accredited High Street practice with a longstanding history of nearly 70 years, yet progressive in approach. We are seeking a Legal Secretary with proven, recent experience in Private Client work, specifically within the Wills & Probate department. This role is ideal for a self-motivated, highly organised individual with excellent communication skills, as it involves direct client interaction.
Day-to-day of the role:- Assist in the Private Client department.
- Draft and prepare legal documentation including Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Wills & Trusts, and general correspondence.
- Prepare and complete IHT forms such as IHT205, IHT217, and IHT400.
- Manage Probate forms online and prepare LPA forms and Wills based on solicitor notes.
- Work as part of a friendly, enthusiastic team with excellent opportunities for progression.
- Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.
- Minimum of one year's experience assisting within Private Client, Wills & Probate.
- Experience with LEAP case management system is preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of private client work with the ability to work unsupervised.
- Excellent administration, organisational, and digital audio transcription skills.
- Typing speed of 60 WPM.
- Excellent team player with a clear ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships.
- Ability to commute easily to all three offices for holiday and departmental team cover.
- Competitive salary with Profit Related Performance bonus and yearly bonus.
- Company events and pension scheme (after 6 months of service).
- On-site parking and sick pay.
- 5.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays).
- Discretionary additional day off for your birthday (after probationary period).
- Discretionary additional holiday between Christmas and New Year.
To apply for this Legal Secretary position in the Private Client department, please submit your CV.
