Legal Secretary Probate, Wills, and Inheritance

Legal Secretary (Probate, Wills, and Inheritance)

• Annual Salary: Circa £30,000
• Location: Farnborough, Hampshire
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join our team as a Probate, Wills, and Inheritance Legal Secretary, where you will provide essential support to our legal team, ensuring efficient operations and exceptional client service in a compassionate and professional environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Administrative Support: Assist solicitors by managing correspondence, preparing legal documents, and maintaining meticulous client files.
• Client Interaction: Act as the first point of contact for clients, manage inquiries, schedule appointments, and maintain a professional and compassionate communication.
• Document Management: Draft, proofread, and format various legal documents related to probate, wills, and inheritance cases ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Case Management: Keep case files organised and up to date, ensuring all documentation is accurately filed and accessible.
• Diary Management: Efficiently organise and manage diaries, schedule meetings, and ensure all deadlines are met without compromise.
• Research: Conduct thorough legal research as needed to support case preparation and enhance outcomes.
• Billing: Aid in the preparation and management of invoices and billing records, ensuring timely and accurate billing processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: Proven experience as a legal secretary, ideally within probate, wills, and inheritance law.
• Skills: Exceptional organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communication: Strong proficiency in both written and verbal communication, with a professional and empathetic approach to client interactions.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with legal case management software.
• Education: A legal secretarial qualification or equivalent experience is highly preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Free car parking / Local transport from Railway Stations.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure, and Perkbox benefits.
• Opportunities for learning and growth within a supportive and dynamic team.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Please ensure your application demonstrates how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications listed above.

We look forward to your application and further information is available from Mark Watts at Reed, Camberley / Guildford Offices.