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Private Client Secretary

Confidential via RecQuestPetersfield, UK

Salary

£25k – £30k

Contract

Permanent

Working Pattern

Office

Experience

0–3 Years PQE

About this role

Job Description

RecQuest is working on behalf of a forward-thinking law firm seeking a skilled Private Client Legal Secretary to join their team in Petersfield. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with experience in private client matters to support a busy and successful department. 

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners handling private client work. 

  • Preparing and managing legal documents and correspondence, including wills, trusts, and probate documentation. 

  • Scheduling appointments, managing diaries, and organizing client meetings. 

  • Handling client communications with professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion. 

  • Maintaining and updating client files using case management systems. 

  • Assisting with tasks related to estate administration and liaising with third parties as required. 

  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory and procedural requirements. 


What They Offer:
  • Competitive salary range: £25,000 – £30,000  

  • Full-time, permanent role 

  • Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 


What We’re Looking For: 
  • Experienced Legal Secretary with a background in Private Client work. 

  • Proficiency in using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications. 

  • Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage a busy workload. 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

  • A professional and client-focused approach, with a high level of confidentiality and discretion. 

  • Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and capable of working effectively as part of a team. 


If you’re looking for a rewarding role within a supportive and growing firm, we would love to hear from you! 

Apply now or email jake.hilton@recquest.co.uk  

Posted 17 April 2026

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