Legal Secretary - Private Client Dept. - Southampton

Location Salisbury
Discipline: Professional Services
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £28k (c) + Bonus
Contact name: Sam

Contact email: sam@requireconsultancy.com
Job ref: JOB ID: 37122
Published: 5 days ago
Expiry date: 04 Apr 2025 23:59

​Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in Private Client law – Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, LPA or Trusts? Do you take pride in providing exceptional support to clients and solicitors alike, in a role where your contribution truly matters?

We’re working with a leading regional law firm to find a warm, capable, and detail-focused Legal Secretary to join their friendly Private Client team. This is a firm where people stay long term, are treated with respect, and are given every opportunity to grow.

🧾 What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting a team of Private Client solicitors with a varied caseload

  • Audio typing and preparing correspondence, wills, LPAs, and legal documents

  • Liaising with clients (often elderly or vulnerable) with empathy and professionalism

  • Diary management, meeting coordination, and file preparation

  • Helping to manage estate and probate administration paperwork

  • Supporting with digital and paper filing, billing, and client record management

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has Legal Secretary experience within a Private Client department

  • Understands the importance of discretion, accuracy, and client care

  • Is confident using MS Office and legal case management systems

  • Communicates clearly and compassionately – both with clients and colleagues

  • Works well as part of a team and takes real pride in their work

💬 Why you’ll love it here:

  • Supportive, down-to-earth team environment

  • Modern systems and structured support

  • Genuine appreciation for the role of secretaries in legal service delivery

  • Hybrid working available (after initial settling-in period)

  • Generous benefits and long-term career opportunities

If you’re looking for more than “just another legal secretary job” – this could be your perfect fit. 📩 Apply now or reach out to Sam for a confidential chat.