Private Client Legal Assistant

About the company

SJC Partners is recruiting on behalf of an established law firm seeking a Legal Assistant to join its friendly Private Client team. You’ll provide administrative and secretarial support to fee earners, helping client matters run smoothly from opening a file through to completion.

Your tasks

Your role will include

• Opening files, managing correspondence and maintaining accurate records
• Preparing documents, handling dictation and managing diaries
• Liaising with clients and responding to routine enquiries
• Chasing documents and information from clients and third parties
• Communicating with HMRC and the Office of the Public Guardian
• Closing and archiving files

Requirements

Looking for a Legal Assistant role where your organisation skills and client care make a difference?

You’ll be organised, proactive and confident communicating with clients, with a compassionate approach to sensitive matters. Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise a varied workload are essential, alongside experience using Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator would be advantageous, particularly within private client, wills, probate or trusts.

What we offer

• £27,000-£32,000 plus benefits
• Support a friendly Private Client team
• Training and development opportunities

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Supportive, collaborative team
• Training and professional development opportunities

How to apply

Apply with your CV for a confidential discussion with Paige at SJC Partners.

Other

Private Client Legal Assistant £27,000–£32,000 DOE Emsworth, Hampshire | Full-time, permanent | Office-based What’s on offer: