Legal Secretary

Reed

Posted 5 days ago, valid for 12 days

Romford, Greater London RM41QA, England

Full Time

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The position is for a Legal Secretary in the Private Client department, located in Romford, with a starting salary of £28,000.
Candidates must have a minimum of one year's experience in Private Client work, specifically in Wills and Probate.
The role involves drafting legal documents, managing Probate forms, and direct client interaction, requiring excellent communication and organizational skills.
The practice is a multi-office, Lexcel accredited firm with nearly 70 years of history, offering opportunities for progression and a supportive team environment.
Benefits include a competitive salary, performance bonuses, pension scheme, on-site parking, and generous holiday allowances.

Legal Secretary - Private Client (Must have wills and probate experience)

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.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

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.

Benefits:

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.

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