Legal Secretary
Redhill
Private Client Legal Secretary (Wills, Probate, LPA)
LOCATION : EAST SURREY
Role Overview:
The Private Client Legal Secretary will provide essential administrative support to fee-earners and legal advisors within the Private Client Department. The focus will be on Wills, Probate, and LPA matters. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the department.
Key Responsibilities:
Audio Typing and Document Preparation: Transcribe audio dictations related to Wills, Inheritance Tax Accounts, and LPAs.
Draft and prepare legal documents, including Wills and other probate-related paperwork.
Client Communication: Liaise with clients and third-party professionals via phone and email.
Handle client inquiries and provide excellent customer service.
General Administration: Organize and manage diaries for fee-earners.
Assist with photocopying, printing, scanning, and courier coordination.
Support for Legal Advisors: Provide administrative assistance to legal advisors across multiple offices (if required due to holidays).
Collaborate with fee-earners, trainees, and paralegals on caseloads.
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years solid experience working within a Private Client, Wills, and Probate team.
Working knowledge of Probate, Wills, and LPA processes .
Familiarity with legal software (e.g., Isokon probate software) is desirable.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Confidence in handling client interactions