In this role, you’ll support Private Client lawyers with their day-to-day caseload, helping matters run smoothly while providing a professional and friendly service to the firm’s clients.
What’s on Offer?
- Private Client Legal Assistant – Eastbourne
- Supportive and approachable Private Client team
- Exposure to Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts
- Opportunity to build your technical knowledge and experience
- Varied role combining client contact and legal support
- Friendly environment where support staff are genuinely valued
- Scope to develop your responsibilities as your confidence grows
- Established law firm offering stability and long-term development
We’re working with a well-regarded law firm in Eastbourne that is looking for a Legal Assistant to join its Private Client department.
You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers, providing practical support across a broad range of matters for the firm’s clients.
Your role is likely to include:
- Preparing documents and correspondence
- Liaising with clients and keeping them updated
- Assisting with Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trust matters
- Managing diaries and appointments
- Opening and maintaining files
- Providing general support to fee earners and the wider department
The firm is open-minded on experience level and can shape the position around your existing skillset. Previous Private Client experience would be particularly useful, whether gained as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar support role.
If you enjoy being organised, working with clients and being part of a collaborative team, this could be a great next move.
Apply now for a confidential discussion. Don’t worry if you don’t meet every requirement – we recruit for a variety of legal roles across the local area and would still be happy to hear from you.
Your CV will not be automatically sent to our client. We’ll discuss the opportunity with you first and only make an application with your agreement.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Unlimited paid holidays
Work Location: In person
