Dani at Avocet Legal Careers has a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary specialising in Private Client with a well-established firm in Cullompton.
This is your chance to provide essential support in areas like wills, probate, and estate planning while enjoying exceptional benefits including your birthday off!
About the Client
Our client is a respected law firm with a strong community presence and commitment to exceptional client care. They understand that private client work involves supporting people through significant life events and transitions, requiring both professional expertise and genuine empathy.
About the Role
This full-time permanent position (36.25 hours per week) offers the opportunity to join their Private Client support team in Cullompton. You'll be providing essential administrative support to fee earners while building relationships with clients who are often navigating complex personal and family matters. The role offers variety and the satisfaction of helping people with important legal needs.
Legal Secretary Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive secretarial support to Private Client fee earners
- Manage client files efficiently and maintain accurate records
- Liaise with clients professionally, providing excellent customer care at all times
- Handle daily administration tasks including correspondence and document preparation
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements
- Support clients through various private client matters with empathy and professionalism
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure smooth case progression
Legal Secretary Requirements
- Experienced Private Client Legal Secretary with proven track record
- Understanding of wills, probate, and estate planning processes
- Confident in secretarial abilities with strong attention to detail
- Typing speeds of 60 WPM or higher with accuracy
- Strong administration skills with excellent verbal and written communication
- Team player mentality with professional, motivated, and personable approach
- Ability to remain calm under pressure while working to multiple deadlines
- Commitment to providing excellent client care at all times
- Good IT and administration experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary DOE
- 36.25 hours per week with minimum 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday off as additional holiday entitlement
- Company pension scheme and career development support
- Continuous development support and apprenticeship opportunities
- Plus much more!
The Ideal Candidate
You're an experienced Legal Secretary who understands the sensitive nature of private client work and takes pride in supporting both fee earners and clients through important legal matters. With your excellent typing skills, attention to detail, and professional demeanour, you're comfortable handling confidential information and building trust with clients. You thrive in collaborative environments, work well under pressure, and appreciate being part of a firm that values both professional excellence and genuine care for clients during significant life events.
Contact Dani at Avocet Legal Careers for an informal chat about this role:
📞 01392 642073
✉️ dani@avocetcommercial.co.uk