We are looking for an experienced and organised Wills & Probate Secretary to join our Kidderminster office.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to our Wills & Probate team and will play an important role in ensuring that our clients receive an efficient and professional service.
The role
Responsibilities will include:
- Providing secretarial support to solicitors
- Preparing correspondence and legal documents
- Audio typing
- Opening and maintaining files
- Liaising with clients and third parties
- Diary management and arranging appointments
- Assisting with the administration of Wills and Probate matters
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Maintaining accurate records
- General administrative support to the department
We are looking for
- Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally within Wills & Probate
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good IT and typing skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organisational skills
- The ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines
- A professional and friendly approach to clients
- Someone who enjoys working as part of a team
This would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary looking to join a friendly and established department.
Firm benefits
- 23 days holiday plus UK bank holiday; plus ex gratia days (birthday and Christmas)
- Pension scheme (after probation period met)
- Parking provided.
- Potential for hybrid working between our offices and home.
- Sick pay
- Discount on some legal fees (subject to qualifying conditions being met)
- The successful candidate will be committed and with an ambition to progress to potential partnership level opportunities.