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Private Client Secretary

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Private Client Secretary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Secretary to join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Tunbridge Wells. This well-established practice is known for its excellent reputation and supportive working environment, offering both high-quality work and long-term career prospects.

The Role: As a Private Client Secretary within the busy Wills, Estates & Tax Planning team, you will play a key role in supporting fee-earners and ensuring the smooth running of the department. Responsibilities include:

  • Providing efficient secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team

  • Drafting, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence

  • Handling telephone calls and managing client communication with professionalism, discretion and empathy

  • Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and assisting with case management

  • Maintaining accurate filing and document management systems

About You: The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience as a Private Client Secretary (Wills, Probate, Tax or Trusts) – however, candidates with strong secretarial experience gained in other areas of law will also be considered

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Excellent communication skills with a professional and supportive approach

  • The ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload effectively

  • Strong IT skills, with confidence using case management systems

What’s on Offer:
  • Competitive salary ranging from £27,000-£30,000 (potentially with some flexibility for the right person)

  • Hybrid working after probation (2 days per week from home)

  • The opportunity to join a respected Legal 500 firm in Tunbridge Wells

  • A collaborative, professional team culture with excellent long-term career prospects

If you are an experienced Private Client Secretary, or a Legal Secretary from another practice area keen to move into Private Client, we’d love to hear from you.

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