Legal Asistant - Wills and Probate

Legal Assistant - Private Client
About Us
We are an established and client-focused law firm committed to delivering high-quality legal services with a professional and personal approach.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Assistant to join our Private Client team in Bakewell. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with at least 1-2 years' legal support experience to further develop their career within a supportive and professional environment.

The Role
You will provide administrative and legal support to fee earners across a broad range of Private Client matters, including:

• Wills
• Probate
• Trusts
• Powers of Attorney
• Estate Administration

This is a varied and hands-on role suited to someone who is highly organised, professional and confident working within a busy legal department.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening, maintaining and closing client files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Drafting routine correspondence and legal documentation.
• Assisting with wills, probate applications, lasting powers of attorney, trusts and estate administration under supervision.
• Managing client onboarding processes, including ID verification and AML compliance checks.
• Liaising with...