Legal Secretary - Private Client
| Posting date: | 09 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 December 2025 |
| Location: | Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1DP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/676562_1765271767 |
Summary
Location: Sevenoaks
Employment Type:
Full-time:
About the company:
My client is a bespoke, client-focused law firm based in the heart of Sevenoaks, recognised for delivering high-quality, personalised legal services. Private Client team supports a wide range of individuals and families with sensitivity, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail. Seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our growing team and contribute to the excellent service for which we are known.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce, format, and amend legal documents including Wills, LPAs, probate forms, trust documents, and correspondence.
- Handle audio and copy typing with a high level of accuracy.
- Assist with the preparation of client files, bundles, and reports.
- Liaise with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner.
- Conduct initial client on boarding, including ID verification and compliance checks.
- Skills & Experience Required:
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a Private Client team is essential.
- Strong understanding of Wills, Probate, Trusts, and LPAs.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Exceptional typing skills with accuracy and speed; experience with audio dictation preferred.
Skills & Experience Required
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Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a Private Client team is essential.
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Strong understanding of Wills, Probate, Trusts, and LPAs.
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Exceptional typing skills with accuracy and speed; experience with audio dictation preferred.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
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Confident in using case management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
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A proactive, professional, and client-focused approach.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.