Private Client Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Private Client

Location: Warrington

Hours: 9:00am – 5:15pm, Monday to Friday (Office Based)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Firm

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join our friendly, well-established Private Client team in Warrington.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys delivering exceptional client service, thrives in a busy office environment, and is looking to develop their career within a supportive and approachable law firm.

The Role

Working closely with our Private Client fee earners, you will play a key role in ensuring matters progress efficiently while providing excellent support to clients and colleagues.

Your responsibilities will include:

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• Handling enquiries from clients, solicitors and other third parties.
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• Providing client updates and monitoring the progression of matters.
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• Opening and closing files on the case management system in accordance with AML requirements, quality standards and SRA regulations.
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• Assisting with the drafting of routine correspondence, legal forms and documents under supervision.
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• Preparing and submitting applications and legal documents to the Probate Registry, HMRC, Certainty and other relevant organisations.
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• Organising, securely storing and releasing Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Grants of Probate and other legal documents.
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• Registering Wills with Certainty and carrying out relevant searches.
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• Maintaining fee earners' diaries, appointments, calendars and contact lists.
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• Monitoring key dates and deadlines.
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• Preparing bills, processing payments and receipts, and liaising with the finance team.
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• Preparing Estate Accounts using Microsoft Excel.
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• Handling overflow telephone calls and delivering excellent client service.
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• Providing reception cover when required.
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• Preparing banking and post.
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• Undertaking general administrative duties and supporting the wider office as needed.
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About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working as part of a team.

You will ideally have:

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• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, preferably within Private Client.
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• A good understanding of the day-to-day operations of a legal office.
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• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
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• Experience using case management software.
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
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• The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
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• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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• A professional, positive and client-focused approach.
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What We Offer

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• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
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• 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
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• Company pension scheme.
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• Holiday bonus scheme.
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• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including support towards professional qualifications.
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• Firm-funded eye tests.
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• A supportive, friendly and collaborative working environment where your development is encouraged.
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If you're looking to build your career within a respected and welcoming law firm and would like to be part of a dedicated Private Client team, we'd love to hear from you.