Legal Assistant (Private Client)

Job Advertisement: Legal Assistant – Private Client

Location: Bexleyheath

Job Type: Full-Time

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and supportive environment? We’ve partnered with a well-regarded law firm to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join their prestigious Private Client team. This is your chance to bring your experience across Wills and Probate and work in a fast-paced, professional setting where your skills and expertise will make a real difference. Your demonstrated experience across Private Client team is essential to be successful in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to fee earners, including audio and copy typing of legal documents, correspondence, and forms with speed and accuracy.
• Be the go-to point of contact for clients, proactively keeping them updated on progress and promptly responding to inquiries.
• Manage diaries and appointments, ensuring fee earners’ time is optimized effectively.
• Handle a variety of general administrative tasks, including photocopying, scanning, and filing of documents, ensuring smooth office operations.
• Open and close client files, ensuring all relevant documentation is organized, accessible, and up-to-date.
• Input and manage data on the firm’s case management system, ensuring all information is accurate and timely.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant within a Private Client team working with Wills and Probate is essential.
• Exceptional typing skills with high accuracy and speed are crucial.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and manage a busy workload with ease.
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal—with a client-focused, professional approach.
• A methodical approach to work with a keen attention to detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with legal case management systems is required.

Why This Opportunity?

Join a firm that values its employees and offers a supportive, team-oriented culture. This is your chance to be an integral part of a well-established Private Client team, where your role will contribute directly to the firm’s continued success.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days of holiday (plus an extra day off for your birthday)
• Pension scheme
• Free eye tests
• Employee assistance programme
• Company and team social events
• Healthcare cashback scheme and discounts on legal services
• Cycle to work scheme, where you can purchase a bike tax-free for two years and keep it afterward.

How to Apply:

If you are a proactive, organized, and client-focused Legal Assistant with Private Client experience, we would love to hear from you! Send your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and apply today.

Join a firm that appreciates your dedication and offers room for growth within a dynamic team. We look forward to welcoming you!