Experienced Legal Secretary for Wills and Estates Department

4 weeks ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom JS Legal Recruitment Ltd Full time
Job Description:

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Wills and Estates department on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have significant experience working as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a private client department.

The Role:

* Provide support to a senior solicitor and director of the firm with a busy caseload
* Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents
* Manage and organize the solicitor's calendar, including scheduling appointments and meetings
* Act as the first point of contact for clients, both on the phone and in person
* Arrange client meetings
* Prepare and manage legal documents, such as Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Estate Planning documents
* Assist with billing, track, and manage time entries for billable hours
* Assist in the preparation of probate applications and the administration of estates
* Manage compliance on all files via the case management system, including conflict checks and risk assessments, escalating them to the lawyer if required

Requirements:

* Previous experience as a legal secretary in Private Client, Wills and Estates, particularly in a fast-paced environment
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Audio, and document management system
* Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to prioritize and handle sensitive information with discretion

Benefits:

* Competitive salary
* 22 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, with an additional 3 days for the Christmas to New Year closure
* Medical benefits scheme and Employee Assistance Program upon completion of probation period
* Sick pay policy
* Staff Pension scheme upon completion of probation period
* Friendly and social environment with regular social events

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