Private Client Legal Secretary
Milton Keynes
Competitive salary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join a growing and well-respected Private Client team in Milton Keynes.
This role requires a candidate who can hit the ground running and therefore previous Private Client experience is essential. You will be supporting Solicitors on a varied caseload involving wills, probate, estate administration, trusts and lasting powers of attorney.
You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, including managing correspondence, diary management, file opening and closing, preparing and amending legal documents, arranging client meetings, handling client enquiries and liaising with third parties such as banks, HMCTS and the Office of the Public Guardian.
The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive and able to manage a busy workload efficiently. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach are essential. Experience preparing wills, LPAs and probate documentation would be highly advantageous.
You should also be confident using Microsoft Office, digital dictation systems and case management software, with the ability to work independently and support a busy team effectively.
This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to join a supportive and progressive firm with excellent long-term prospects.
Benefits include:
- 25 days' holiday
- Private medical insurance
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Modern working culture within an established law firm
Please apply or send your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk in order to be considered.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
