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Legal Secretary

TN Recruits
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5FD

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An excellent opportunity is available for a Legal Secretary in Tunbridge Wells, working in a Wills, Trusts & Tax Advisory team.
  • The role requires previous experience in Private Client law, specifically in Wills, Trusts, or Tax matters.
  • The salary offered is between £25,000 and £27,000, with potential for bonuses.
  • Candidates should possess strong organisational and interpersonal skills and be willing to work in a hybrid model after an initial training period.
  • This position is full-time and permanent, with 27 days of annual leave and additional benefits.
Location: Tunbridge WellsJob Type: Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 remote after induction)An excellent opportunity has become available for a skilled Legal Secretary to become part of a respected Wills, Trusts & Tax Advisory team in Tunbridge Wells.The Position: This newly created role is ideal for a proactive and highly organised professional with a background in Private Client law, specifically Wills, Trusts, and Tax. The chosen candidate will play a key role in assisting fee-earners within a thriving and expanding department.Main Responsibilities:
  • Delivering comprehensive administrative and secretarial assistance to the Wills, Trusts & Tax Advisory team.
  • Utilising BigHand for dictation, document production, and typing.
  • Setting up and closing case files while handling legal documentation (e.g., LPA applications).
  • Coordinating diaries, organising meetings, and maintaining client communication.
  • Ensuring all work adheres to strict standards of accuracy and confidentiality.
What They’re Seeking:
  • Previous experience in Private Client law (Wills, Trusts, or Tax matters).
  • A compassionate and professional manner—an advantage when dealing with medical-related cases.
  • Excellent organisational abilities—capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills—confidence in liaising with clients and industry professionals.
  • Willingness to work in a hybrid model—initial six-week office-based training, followed by two remote working days per week.
What’s On Offer?
  • Salary: DOE £25,000 - £27,000 + bonus potential.
  • Hours: 9:15 AM - 5:30 PM 
  • Holidays: 27 days annual leave.
  • Benefits: Pension, life insurance.
  • Workplace: Supportive and established team within a renowned firm.
Next Steps:This is a brand-new role, and interviews will be conducted ASAP.INTERESTED? Contact Isobel at TN Recruits Law:Apply today to take the next step in your legal career!If this opportunity is not what you were looking for, but you might know someone else that is suitable then head to our website and see the "Refer A Friend" tab to find out how you could potentially be rewarded with £200 for introducing us to someone we are able to successfully place. In application for this role, you are consenting to TN Recruits Ltd retaining your details to secure you work. All information provided will be held securely for up to 3 years unless we are contacted and instructed otherwise.

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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.