Position: Legal Secretary, Private Client (part-time – 3 days per week)
Start Date: Immediate but willing to wait for the right candidate
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 FTE per annum dependant on experience
We now have an opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Private Client team, ranked Tier 2 in Legal 500. Our Private Client Team operates from both our Luton and Berkhamsted offices, with this part-time opportunity based in our Luton office, three days per week (minimum of 22.5 hours). Your responsibilities will include a range of administrative matters including wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, and estate administration, as well as liaising directly with clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a supportive, professional environment where attention to detail and client service are paramount.
Who are we?
Machins Solicitors LLP is a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care and expert legal advice. Our Private Client team provides tailored services in wills, probate, trusts, tax, and estate planning to a wide range of clients. To learn more about Machins Solicitors LLP, please visit the ‘Our Firm’ page.
Key responsibilities
- Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors in the Private Client department.
- Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents including wills, powers of attorney, and trust deeds.
- Managing correspondence, telephone calls, and diary appointments.
- Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and confidential manner.
- Assisting with file management, billing, and compliance processes.
About you
- Previous secretarial experience, preferably within Legal Service and ideally within Private Client is desirable.
- Strong typing (minimum 50wpm) and document production skills with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A friendly, professional manner and a genuine commitment to client care.
- Personal pride in the quality of their work which should be to a high standard and delivered within the required timeframes.
Work Location: In person
