Service Care Legal are working alongside a well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join their friendly and forward-thinking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and dynamic practice with nearly 70 years of history, working alongside highly regarded legal professionals.ROLE: Legal Secretary (Private Client)LOCATION: RomfordSALARY: £30,000 to £33,000 per annum (dependent on experience)The RoleYou will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners in the busy Wills & Probate department, assisting with a varied caseload of private client matters, including:
- Drafting Wills, LPAs, and Trust documentation
- Preparing and submitting IHT forms (IHT205, IHT217, IHT400)
- Assisting with probate applications (online and paper-based)
- Managing diary appointments, correspondence, and file management
- Providing client-facing support in a professional and approachable manner
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a Private Client legal support role
- Strong knowledge of Wills, Probate, LPAs, and Trusts
- Familiarity with IHT forms and online Probate submissions
- Typing speed of 60 WPM and experience with digital audio transcription
- Preferably experience using LEAP case management system
Why Join This Firm?
- Long-established but progressive and growing practice
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Supportive team culture with specialist legal professionals
If this Private Client Legal Secretary role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on , or email .uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.