Legal Secretary

Salary up to £28,000 per annum

Extensive Benefits

Fantastic opportunity to join a leading Legal 500 firm in Chester

We’re working alongside a highly regarded North West law firm to recruit a Legal Secretary into their leading Private Client team. Based in their Chester office, this is a superb opportunity for someone with previous experience supporting private client fee earners and a strong background in legal secretarial work.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team
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• Typing and formatting legal documents, including wills, LPAs, and probate paperwork
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• Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence
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• Managing diaries, arranging meetings, and booking appointments
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• Opening, closing and archiving files in line with firm procedures
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• Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and courteous manner
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• Assisting with billing processes and maintaining accurate file records
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What we’re looking for:

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• Previous experience working as a legal secretary, ideally within private client law
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
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• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
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• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work as part of a team
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• Ability and willingness to commute to Chester
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The Perks:

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• 26 days annual leave (rising with length of service)
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• Enhanced pension scheme
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• Private healthcare scheme
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• Death in service benefit (4x salary)
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• Volunteering days and holiday buy/sell options
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• Supported parking scheme
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• Career progression and ongoing professional development
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• Work alongside Legal 500 and Chambers ranked professionals
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If you’re interested in this role, hit the apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at [email protected]