Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary

Gravesend, Kent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Bridge Recruitment is working with a well-established and respected law firm in Kent that is looking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary to join its busy Private Client department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Legal Secretary with Private Client experience to join a supportive team and provide full secretarial support to fee earners handling a varied caseload of wills, probate and estate administration matters.

Key Responsibilities

Providing full secretarial support to Private Client fee earners
* Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence
* Preparing Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Codicils and Probate documentation
* Assisting with estate administration and probate matters
* Managing diaries, appointments and client meetings
* Liaising with clients and handling Private Client enquiries
* Opening files and completing AML and ID checks
* Maintaining accurate file records and departmental administration
* Supporting fee earners with billing, file management and matter progressionRequirements

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a Private Client department
* Strong knowledge of Wills, Probate and Estate Administration
* Excellent audio and copy typing skills
* Experience managing diaries and client communications
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and manage a busy workloadDesirable

Experience preparing estate accounts and inheritance tax forms
* Knowledge of BigHand, Oyez Forms, Excel and Partner for WindowsBenefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private healthcare scheme available
* Workplace pension
* Staff discounts on legal services
* Employee referral incentives
* Regular social events and company celebrations
* Additional reward and recognition benefits

To apply, please submit your CV to Bridge Recruitment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed