Legal Secretary - Reed : Job Details

• Location: Romford
• Job Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday (minimum of four days may be considered)
• Salary: Starting at £28,000 basic

Join a multi-office, Lexcel accredited High Street practice with a longstanding history of nearly 70 years, yet progressive in approach. We are seeking a Legal Secretary with proven, recent experience in Private Client work, specifically within the Wills & Probate department. This role is ideal for a self-motivated, highly organised individual with excellent communication skills, as it involves direct client interaction.

• Assist in the Private Client department.
• Draft and prepare legal documentation including Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Wills & Trusts, and general correspondence.
• Prepare and complete IHT forms such as IHT205, IHT217, and IHT400.
• Manage Probate forms online and prepare LPA forms and Wills based on solicitor notes.
• Work as part of a friendly, enthusiastic team with excellent opportunities for progression.
• Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.

• Minimum of one year's experience assisting within Private Client, Wills & Probate.
• Experience with LEAP case management system is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of private client work with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Excellent administration, organisational, and digital audio transcription skills.
• Typing speed of 60 WPM.
• Excellent team player with a clear ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships.
• Ability to commute easily to all three offices for holiday and departmental team cover.

• Competitive salary with Profit Related Performance bonus and yearly bonus.
• Company events and pension scheme (after 6 months of service).
• On-site parking and sick pay.
• 5.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays).
• Discretionary additional day off for your birthday (after probationary period).
• Discretionary additional holiday between Christmas and New Year.

To apply for this Legal Secretary position in the Private Client department, please submit your CV.