Private Client Assistant

Legal Assistant – Private Client
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Competitive,
Are you an organised and enthusiastic Legal Assistant looking to join a welcoming and well-established private client team? This is a fantastic opportunity to support experienced fee earners in a busy and friendly office, gaining hands-on experience in wills, probate, and estate administration.

The Role:
As a Legal Assistant within the private client team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and high standards of client service. You’ll be supporting solicitors and legal executives on a variety of matters including probate, powers of attorney, and estate planning.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for client queries and providing regular updates on matter progression.
• Drafting basic correspondence, legal forms and supporting documents under supervision.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of documents to the Probate Registry, HMRC, and Certainty.
• Managing the safe custody, organisation, and release of important legal documents such as wills, LPAs, and probate papers.
• Opening and closing files in line with AML procedures, SRA regulations, and internal quality standards.
• Managing calendars, appointments, and deadlines for fee earners.
• Preparing bills, processing payments and receipts, and liaising with the accounts team.
• Drafting estate accounts using Excel and handling associated administrative tasks.
• Providing telephone and reception support, and assisting with post and banking as needed.
• Contributing to the smooth running of the office with general administrative support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or secretary, ideally within private client or another legal discipline.
• Sound knowledge of legal office processes and file management.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with case management systems (preferred).
• High standard of written and verbal communication.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• A friendly and professional manner, both in person and over the phone.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in private client law while contributing to a close-knit and supportive team. Apply now, or send your CV to . For a confidential conversation, call .