Legal Secretary

GerrardWhite

Posted 5 days ago, valid for 17 days

Orpington, Kent BR69SH, England

£30,000 per hour

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

A leading Legal 500 firm in Kent is seeking a part-time Client Administration Legal Secretary with a salary of up to £30,000 FTE.
The role involves handling new client inquiries, organizing meetings, and managing documentation for the Estate Administration team.
Candidates should have strong secretarial or administrative experience, ideally within an Estate Administration or Private Client team, and a proactive attitude.
The firm promotes a collaborative culture and offers flexible working arrangements after a probation period.
This position is ideal for those looking for a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Legal SecretaryEstate Administration (Part Time) | Up to £30,000 FTE | Kent Join a leading Legal 500 firm with a collaborative, people-first culture.A respected Legal 500 law firm with a progressive outlook is seeking a part-time Client Administration Legal Secretary to support its growing Estate Administration team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary or administrator to join a welcoming and professional environment, with flexibility and work-life balance built in.The Role:As a Client Administration Legal Secretary, you’ll be the first point of contact for new client matters and play a key role in ensuring smooth onboarding and administration throughout the client journey. Key responsibilities include:

Handling all new client enquiries and organising initial meetings
Sending client documentation and conducting compliance checks (including SmartSearch)
Opening new files on the Practice Management System
Preparing files for closure and ensuring accurate archiving

About You:

Strong secretarial or administrative experience, ideally within an Estate Administration or Private Client team
Highly organised and detail-focused
A proactive team player with a professional and positive attitude

Why Join?

Be part of a Legal 500 firm that encourages collaboration and professional development
Enjoy a supportive team environment and a partner-led structure
Benefit from flexible part-time working arrangements

Salary: Up to £30,000 FTE (with flexibility for the right person)Location: Kent (hybrid working considered after probation)Hours: Part-time – flexible pattern to be discussedGWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at www.gerrrardwhite.com

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