Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary – Probate

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Location: Poole, Dorset

Salary: £26,000–£27,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

TeamJobs is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm within their Probate Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional, organised, and proactive individual who enjoys working in a client-focused environment and providing high-quality support to fee earners.

The Role

As a Legal Secretary, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors dealing with probate, estate administration, wills, and lasting powers of attorney. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the department while delivering an exceptional service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of correspondence, legal documents, and reports.
• Preparing probate applications and supporting documentation.
• Opening and closing client files in line with firm procedures.
• Managing diaries, arranging appointments, and coordinating meetings.
• Handling telephone enquiries and liaising with clients, beneficiaries, and third parties.
• Preparing bills and assisting with the administration of client matters.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Managing incoming and outgoing post and emails.
• Providing general administrative support to the Probate team.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a Probate or Private Client department.
• Excellent typing and IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information.

Desirable

• Experience using legal case management systems.
• Knowledge of probate procedures and estate administration.
• Previous experience working within a solicitors' practice.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary of £26,000–£27,000, depending on experience.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company social events. xwzovoh

If you're an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a respected firm where your skills and expertise will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact TeamJobs for more information.

TJCOM