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SalaryLegal Secretary - Private Client
Bristol - Salary up to £28k
Yolk Legal Recruitment is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity in partnership with a forward-thinking high street firm, renowned for its innovative and modern approach to legal services. Our client is actively seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their reputable Private Client team. Specialising in a range of services including Private Client matters such as Wills & Trusts, Probate & Estate Administration, Family Law, and Conveyancing, this firm boasts a robust presence with four offices across Bristol.
Their success is underpinned by a commitment to nurturing long-standing client relationships and fostering repeat business. Embracing technological advancement, they are transitioning towards a paperless environment, reflecting their dedication to efficiency and sustainability. Beyond their professional achievements, the firm prides itself on cultivating a supportive, friendly, and family-orientated atmosphere, making it an ideal workplace for those seeking both professional fulfilment and a positive working environment.
This new opportunity is for a talented Legal Secretary to join the Private Client team. In this role, you will provide essential support to fee earners at all levels of the Private Client team. As a Legal Secretary, you'll be responsible for assisting with tax and succession planning, probate and estate administration, trust administration, drafting and executing wills and powers of attorney.
This is what you'll be doing
As a Private Client Legal Secretary you will be responsible for the following duties:-
- Answering email and telephone queries and redirecting them to the appropriate fee earner for review.
- Producing letters, emails, and documents, often from dictation.
- Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and ensuring meeting rooms are booked for client visits.
- Updating electronic and/or paper files to maintain accurate and accessible documents.
- Assisting with trust administration tasks.
The is what you'll bring to the team
The successful candidate will bring the following experience to the Private Client Team:-
- Experience as a secretary/administrator working in a law firm or a professional services environment, preferably in a Private Client background.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Effective communication skills both on the phone and via email.
- Positive attitude and approach to supporting a team.
This is what you'll get in return
You will receive the following benefits:-
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid work
- Opportunity to work with a supportive team in a highly respected legal practice
Are you up to the challenge?
If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye on or alternatively send your CV
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
