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Private Client Legal Assistant
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Our Client
Our Legal 500 and Chambers ranked client is looking for a skilled Private Client Legal Assistant to join their reputable Private Client team.
Our client is a distinguished law firm, ranked in the Top 500 and holding numerous prestigious accreditations in recognition of their exceptional legal advice. With a rich history spanning two centuries, they have cultivated a strong and respected presence as a premier law firm in the Hertfordshire and London regions. Committed to progress, they are continually evolving and have a dedicated team of over 100 professionals.
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- Have experience in a Private Client Department or relevant legal qualifications
- Secretarial experience in a Law Firm
- Strong communication skills
- Fast and accurate typing, and the ability to multitask, prioritise, and stay calm under pressure
Private Client Legal Assistant - What will be expected of you - a brief overview
- Follow the Team Leader’s guidance to take client instructions and progress matters, including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Estate and Trust administration.
- Ensure all work is prepared accurately and in line with firm standards and TL instructions.
- Manage an assigned caseload, including file management, time recording, accounting and billing.
- Maintain appropriate work-in-progress, manage disbursements, and ensure client money is accurately accounted for and transferred when required.
- Open and close client files, including completing online AML checks.
- Manage Lawyers’ diaries and arrange appointments.
- Provide typing and administrative support to fee earners.
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Benefits for this Private Client Legal Assistant role
- Salary up to £32,000pa
- Health cash plan
- Generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell
- Pension options
- Death in service cover
- Firmwide bonus scheme
- Employee assistance programme
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