Legal Secretary

3 days ago

Salisbury SP SB, United Kingdom Wilsons Solicitors Full time £25,000 per year

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join our Private Client team on a 12 month fixed term contract, to provide administrative support within a dynamic legal environment.

What you'll be doing

  • Preparing and managing legal documents and correspondence
  • Organising and maintaining legal files and databases
  • Scheduling appointments, meetings, and court dates
  • Completing audio typing and word processing of legal documents
  • Assisting in research tasks and document preparation
  • Handling incoming calls and emails, directing inquiries appropriately

The team you'll be joining

Our established Private Client department consists of four teams: Court of Protection, Probate, Trust Management and Tax and Trust Advisory.

We advise on the full range of issues that affect individuals from a lack of mental capacity, through to death, tax and trusts. The work is challenging and the teams are very hard working and keen to deliver the best possible service to our clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that is listed in The Times Best Law Firms 2026.

In return, we are looking for someone who is proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

You will have strong organisational and time management skills, along with previous experience in an administrative or secretarial role. Excellent audio typing skills are important, and knowledge of legal terminology and procedures would be a distinct advantage.

The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team is also key to success in this role.

The Firm you'll be part of

Ranked among the top private client and charity law firms in the country, Wilsons is proud to be included in The Times Best Law Firms 2026, making it our fourthconsecutive year.

With nearly 300 years of history and lawyers who are recognised leaders in their fields, Wilsons offers a unique blend of skills and experience to our clients. Our lawyers are dedicated to gaining a deep understanding of their clients' interests, fostering seamless collaboration across the firm's diverse practice areas.

Wilsons has grown organically over the years and is proud to be a people-focused firm with 29 partners and circa 170 employees.

If you'd like to find out more about this opportunity before applying, please contact Carrie Clive (Recruitment Advisor) for a confidential conversation today.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

Work Location: In person

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