An excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal PA to support a Private Client Solicitor in a small but prestigious practice. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to providing exceptional client service. You will be working closely with the solicitor, managing the needs of high-net-worth individuals and ensuring seamless operations in a rural office location to the west of Salisbury, Wiltshire with a clientele base situated locally as well as in London.
As the Legal PA you'll be working Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on site at the practice offices and the salary for this role is £35,000 per annum
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Provide comprehensive secretarial and PA support to the Private Client Solicitor, including diary management, scheduling meetings, handling correspondence and organising travel when required.
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients, ensuring professionalism, discretion and confidentiality at all times.
- Prepare, proofread, and manage legal documents such as wills, trusts, probate forms and other private client legal paperwork.
- Maintain accurate and organised electronic and paper filing systems, ensuring compliance with legal and data protection requirements.
- Assist with invoicing, tracking payments, and ensuring accurate records are maintained for all client matters.
- Liaise with clients, external stakeholders and legal professionals, maintaining strong relationships and clear, professional communication.
- Manage and track the progression of legal cases and keep the solicitor informed of deadlines and key milestones.
- Handle general office management duties, including ordering supplies, managing office facilities, and ensuring the smooth running of the practice.
We are ideally looking for proven Legal PA experience within a private client legal practice for this role as you will need:
- Strong understanding of private client matters, including wills, estates, trusts and probate work.
- The ability to manage a busy workload, multitask and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
- Exceptional accuracy in preparing and reviewing legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise with high-profile clients in a polished and professional manner.
- To be able to handle sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office, legal practice management software, and digital dictation systems.
If you are an experienced Legal Secretary PA with a passion for private client work and are looking for a role that offers both responsibility and a high level of client engagement, If you are proactive and and excel in working in a small team environment we would love to hear from you! Please apply here with your CV or call Lynne on