Private Client Legal Assistant

Based in Lewes

We are a long established, Chambers ranked law firm with a reputation for delivering outstanding legal expertise with a modern, client-first approach. With offices in Lewes and London, we offer comprehensive legal services to individuals, businesses, and institutions across the UK. Delivering exceptional service to our clients is at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Us? We believe in building strong, lasting relationships with our clients, our partners, and our team. Our firm is known for its specialist knowledge, high-quality service, and forward-thinking approach. We work across key practice areas, including Commercial and Residential Property, Private Client, Litigation, and Corporate & Commercial, with a dedicated team of around 100 professionals.

Our Private Client team, based in Lewes, provides expert, tailored advice to UK and international private individuals, multi-generational families, high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and business professionals. With an unwavering focus on client care, we offer a comprehensive suite of services, including wills, inheritance, powers of attorney, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax strategy.

We are seeking a highly experienced Legal Assistant with expertise in Private Client to join our dedicated team in Lewes. If you are passionate about providing exceptional administration support, can work methodically with great attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Your Role Will Involve:

Document Management

• Processing audio dictation using BigHand
• Typing and amending documents from manuscript or copy, including correspondence and legal documents
• Opening, closing and archiving client files

Client & Communication

• Drafting routine correspondence, including client engagement letters
• Liaising with clients and third parties via telephone and email
• Managing diaries and appointments

Financial Administration

• Preparing invoices, processing payments, receipts, and transfers, and resolving related queries

Records & Compliance

• Creating and maintaining Will, EPA, and LPA databases
• Handling original Wills and Powers of Attorney
• Maintaining Trust permanent folders

Legal Searches

• Conducting Land Registry and Companies House searches

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience of working as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in Private Client is essential
• Fast, accurate typing skills, including audio typing
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to follow procedural and legal protocol
• A methodical approach and good time management
• Excellent IT skills
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positivity and adaptability
• A high standard of written and spoken English

We foster a professional yet supportive work environment where every team member is valued. We offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive culture with a focus on collaboration
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, with regular social events and a supportive team ethos
• A competitive salary and benefits package, including private medical insurance, group income protection, a medical cash plan, virtual GP services, discount vouchers and wellbeing support

The Salary This position offers a salary of £26,000 to £30,000 depending on experience.

Apply Today At Adams and Remers, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals, regardless of background, are valued and empowered to succeed. We embrace diversity, promote equal opportunities, and encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values excellence and client service, we would love to hear from you.

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