Legal Secretary
3 days ago
Derby
This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled administrator or legal secretary to step into a well-respected Private Client team, supporting with everything from wills and probate to estate matters. Its the kind of role where calm, capable organisation meets compassion and your ability to keep things moving behind the scenes will make all the difference. Youll be working closely with fee earners, acting as their right hand and handling the full spectrum of administrative and secretarial support. What youll be doing: Drafting and typing letters, reports, and forms (via digital dictation or template) Managing diaries, appointments, and timelines with precision Speaking to clients and third parties professionally and sensitively Coordinating paperwork, records, and correspondence across the file lifecycle Preparing documentation and ensuring everything is in place for deadlines Helping maintain high standards of compliance and confidentiality Supporting with general office admin and occasional reception cover About you: You've got solid admin or secretarial experience, legal is a plus, but not essential Youre a confident communicator, written and spoken Youre organised, calm under pressure, and known for your attention to detail You understand the importance of discretion when dealing with sensitive matters You're proactive and happy working independently as well as part of a team Why apply? Competitive salary and benefits Holiday entitlement that increases with service, plus birthday and Christmas extras Clear structure and long-term development opportunities Friendly, approachable team and a professional yet down-to-earth office culture Central Derby location with good transport links This is more than just typing and filing its about being a trusted part of the client journey during some of lifes most important moments. If youre organised, empathetic, and ready to make a difference behind the scenes, wed love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ