Private Client Secretary
My client, a highly respected law firm with almost 300 years of history, is seeking a Private Client Legal Secretary to join their expanding team in Sevenoaks. With a large and well-established Private Client Department, this is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that combines tradition, stability, and a forward-thinking approach. Due to continued growth, my client is recruiting for several roles within the department, which undertakes a broad range of work including Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and OPG-related matters. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the Private Client team. Responsibilities will include: - Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence - Preparing and formatting Wills, Probate documentation, LPAs, and related paperwork - Managing fee earners diaries, appointments, and deadlines - Opening, maintaining, and closing client files in line with compliance requirements - Liaising professionally with clients, courts, financial institutions, and third parties - Handling telephone and email enquiries efficiently and courteously - Assisting with billing, file administration, and general department support The role requires a proactive team player who is keen to contribute to the continued success and growth of the department. The ideal candidate will have: - Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally Private Client, but other areas of law will be considered - Fast and accurate audio typing speed - Excellent client care skills - Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail - A collaborative mindset and the ability to manage a varied workload On offer is: - Flexible working hours, dependent on experience and capability - Above average holidays with Christmas/New Year in addition - The option to work 35 days per week - A friendly, supportive, and professional working environment - Long-term career prospects within a well-established and growing firm