Legal Secretary

Salary up to £28,000 per annum

Extensive Benefits

Fantastic opportunity to join a leading Legal 500 firm in Chester

We’re working alongside a highly regarded North West law firm to recruit a Legal Secretary into their leading Private Client team. Based in their Chester office, this is a superb opportunity for someone with previous experience supporting private client fee earners and a strong background in legal secretarial work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team
• Typing and formatting legal documents, including wills, LPAs, and probate paperwork
• Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings, and booking appointments
• Opening, closing and archiving files in line with firm procedures
• Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and courteous manner
• Assisting with billing processes and maintaining accurate file records

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience working as a legal secretary, ideally within private client law
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to commute to Chester

The Perks:

• 26 days annual leave (rising with length of service)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private healthcare scheme
• Death in service benefit (4x salary)
• Volunteering days and holiday buy/sell options
• Supported parking scheme
• Career progression and ongoing professional development
• Work alongside Legal 500 and Chambers ranked professionals

If you’re interested in this role, hit the apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com

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