Private Client Legal Secretary

Job Title: Private Client Legal Secretary
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Full time, permanent

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join a well-respected law firm based in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive private client team, assisting with a varied caseload including wills, probate, estate administration, and lasting powers of attorney.
Key Responsibilities:

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  Providing full secretarial support to solicitors and fee earners in the Private Client department
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  Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence
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  Managing diaries, booking appointments, and handling client communications
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  Opening and closing files, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with document production
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  Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and sensitive manner

Requirements:

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  Previous experience as a legal secretary, ideally within Private Client law
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  Excellent typing and IT skills, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
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  High level of attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
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  Professional, discreet, and able to manage confidential information effectively
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  Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits:

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  Competitive salary
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  Friendly, collaborative working environment
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  Opportunities for training and development
• Generous holiday allowance

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Private Client Legal Secretary vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.