Private Client Legal Secretary

RecQuest is working on behalf of a well-established law firm in Southampton seeking a Private Client Legal Secretary to support their wills, trusts and probate team.

This is a permanent, office-based role for someone who enjoys the detail and client sensitivity that private client work demands.

What you will be doing:

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to private client fee earners

• Preparing wills, lasting powers of attorney, trust documents and probate applications

• Managing client correspondence and maintaining accurate file records

• Liaising with clients, courts, financial institutions and the Office of the Public Guardian

• Assisting with billing, time recording and general departmental administration

What they are looking for:

• Previous experience as a legal secretary within a private client or probate team

• Familiarity with wills, LPAs and estate administration procedures

• Strong attention to detail and a client-focused approach

• Confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office