Private Client Legal Secretary - #2196341

Salary up to £31,000 per annum

Based in Manchester

Full-time, Monday-Friday

We're working with a well-established law firm who are looking to recruit a Private Client Legal Secretary to join their team in Manchester.

This is an administrative support role, assisting solicitors and other legal professionals with the day-to-day running of the department. You'll be responsible for maintaining accurate matter records, opening and closing files, assisting with billing, handling client enquiries and providing general support to the wider team.

It's a good opportunity for someone with previous administration experience who is looking to develop their career within a law firm.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and other legal professionals within the Private Client team
• Opening and closing client files in line with internal procedures and AML/KYC requirements
• Maintaining accurate electronic and physical matter records using the firm's case management system
• Assisting with billing, processing payments and liaising with the Accounts department
• Handling incoming and outgoing post, including electronic correspondence
• Preparing legal bundles and assisting with document collation
• Liaising with clients and providing a professional standard of client care
• Coordinating meetings and assisting with the organisation of events
• Providing general office support, including ordering stationery and assisting with new starters

What we need from you:

• At least 12 months' administration experience
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Accurate typing and a good eye for detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A willingness to learn and develop within a legal environment

The perks:

• Up to £31,000 per annum
• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Up to 3 additional days' paid leave over Christmas
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Private medical insurance (opt-in)
• Death in service cover (up to 3 times salary)
• Group income protection
• SMART pension scheme
• Annual travel insurance for you and eligible family members
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
• Discounted gym memberships and access to Headspace
• Interest-free travel loans
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discounts and social events

If you're interested, then hit that apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly on [email protected].