Legal Secretary – Private Client | Ashby de la Zouch - Leicestershire  | £24,000–£28,000

The Firm
This opportunity sits within a long-established and well-respected regional practice known for its friendly, down-to-earth approach and commitment to delivering clear, practical support to clients. Based in modern offices on the edge of Ashby de la Zouch, the firm offers the balance of a welcoming, community-focused environment alongside the resources and stability of a long-standing, successful business. Its culture emphasises teamwork, professionalism and genuine care for both clients and colleagues.
Have you been searching for a workplace where your organisational strengths truly matter? Do you want to join a supportive environment that values initiative, collaboration and excellent client service?

The Role

• Supporting a busy Private Client team covering wills, probate, trusts and tax
• Preparing correspondence and documents through audio typing
• Producing and formatting documents using the firm’s case management system
• Meeting and speaking with clients, providing helpful and professional support
• Handling incoming calls and dealing with general queries
• Setting up and maintaining probate case management modules
• Recording attendance notes accurately and promptly
• Taking messages clearly and passing them on without delay
• Undertaking photocopying, scanning and general administrative work
• Providing support to other secretaries where needed
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and arranging meetings for fee earners
• Participating in training and supporting your own professional development
• Ensuring confidentiality of client and firm information at all times
• Following internal procedures and completing reasonable requests made by senior staff

You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within private client work
• Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A polite, professional telephone manner
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• A proactive, can-do attitude with strong organisational skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage priorities effectively

Benefits

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Life assurance at 3× salary
• Private GP service
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Employee referral incentives
• Company sick pay
• Support for professional development
• Employee of the quarter awards
• Birthday wheel
• Payday lunches
• Social events
• Volunteer time off

If this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.