Private Client Legal Secretary

• Join a respected, independent law firm with a friendly, community-focused culture
• Enjoy the flexibility of full-time or part-time working
• Support an established Private Client team handling wills, trusts, probate and LPAs

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a welcoming firm where your organisational skills, initiative and client care will be genuinely valued?

This well-established Northwich law firm is looking for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join its Wills, Trusts and Probate department on a permanent basis.

You’ll provide essential administrative and secretarial support to solicitors and other fee earners, helping the department run smoothly while ensuring clients receive a professional, compassionate service.

Previous experience in a law firm is particularly important, as you’ll need to hit the ground running with limited formal training. Experience in Private Client work would be advantageous, although candidates from other legal departments are welcome.

The firm has built a strong reputation for legal expertise and client care, with recognition from Chambers and Partners, Legal 500 and the Law Society.

You’ll join a friendly, community-minded practice that values teamwork, initiative and a down-to-earth approach. With both full-time and part-time opportunities available, this is a great chance to find a role that suits your circumstances.

Who we’re looking for

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within a law firm (E)
• Strong administrative and organisational skills (E)
• Confident audio-typing and document preparation skills (E)
• Good computer literacy and word processing skills (E)
• Ability to manage diaries, appointments and deadlines (E)
• Excellent telephone manner and client communication skills (E)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality (E)
• Ability to prioritise work and use your initiative (E)
• Friendly, professional and compassionate approach (E)
• Flexible, enthusiastic and reliable team player (E)
• Experience within a Private Client department (D)
• Familiarity with wills, probate, trusts or LPAs (D)
• Experience using legal case management systems (D)

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting Private Client solicitors and fee earners
• Preparing correspondence through audio-typing
• Drafting legal documents and completing forms
• Opening, maintaining and closing client files
• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings
• Maintaining accurate filing and records
• Handling telephone and in-person enquiries
• Preparing post and client correspondence
• Updating information on case management systems
• Liaising with clients and external contacts
• Supporting fee earners with daily administration
• Maintaining confidentiality and compliance standards

Salary & Benefits

• £23,000–£26,000, depending on experience
• Full-time or part-time hours considered
• Permanent position
• Office-based in Northwich
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, with a one-hour lunch break
• 20 days’ annual leave, increasing after two years’ service by one day per year to a maximum of 25 days
• Additional Christmas shutdown
• Birthday day off after one year’s service
• Up to 10 days’ paid sick leave after one year’s service
• Pension scheme
• Friendly, supportive and community-focused culture
• Established Private Client department
• Opportunity to work within a respected, accredited law firm

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary who wants a stable, rewarding role within a friendly and well-established practice.

If you’re organised, approachable and take pride in supporting both colleagues and clients, this could be the ideal next step.

Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

While this advert sets out the criteria applicable to each salary band, the salary guidance given is purely indicative. The precise salary offered within that band will ultimately be determined by the hirer, taking into account the individual candidate’s experience, qualifications and overall suitability for the role.