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Private Client Legal Secretary

Clayton Legal
Posted a day ago, valid for 20 days
Location

St. Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 6JZ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Join a prestigious multi-service law firm in Hertfordshire as a Private Client Legal Secretary.
  • The role requires previous legal secretarial experience and offers a salary of £30,000 to £35,000 per year.
  • You will provide exceptional support to at least two lawyers in a highly regarded Private Client team.
  • Key responsibilities include handling client enquiries, managing appointments, and assisting with document management.
  • This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a top-tier firm known for its award-winning legal advice.
Join a prestigious, multi-service law firm based in Hertfordshire, recognized for its award-winning legal advice and top-tier Legal 500 accreditation. They’re now seeking a Private Client Legal Secretary to join their highly regarded Private Client team.Providing exceptional secretarial and administration support to at least two lawyers, their Private Client team is one of the largest and most experienced in Hertfordshire, boasting four partners, senior associates, solicitors, and legal assistants. They’re ranked Tier 1 in Legal 500 and Band 1 in Chambers HNW.Key responsibilities of the role will include:
  • Handling client enquiries and manage appointments when lawyers are unavailable
  • Opening and closing client files, including money laundering checks and risk management tasks
  • Maintaining diaries, scheduling meetings, and handling internal and external communication
  • Assisting with document management, including typing, drafting standard letters, and processing deeds
  • Liaising with the accounts team to ensure accurate financial administration
  • Updating client details in relevant case management systems
  • Performing general administrative duties like photocopying, archiving, and organizing office space
  • Providing support with IT and office equipment, ensuring any issues are reported
  • Collaborating with the team, providing secretarial and phone cover when needed
  • Following firm policies and procedures, ensuring high standards of client service
The successful Legal Secretary will have previous legal secretarial experience, strong client service and communication skills, fast and accurate typing (50 wpm minimum, and excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly respected firm, delivering top-tier service to clients.If you are interested in an informal discussion, please call Justine on or forward your most recent CV to 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.