Estate & Probate Legal Secretary – Client‑Centric Support

Mytunbridgewells; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support the Estates team with probate and estate administration. Responsibilities include managing diaries, handling client communications, and drafting legal documents. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a similar role, is highly organized, and possesses strong IT skills. You will be part of a supportive team and spend at least 60% of your time in the office, promoting a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal secretary, ideally in private client or probate work.
• Confident in dealing with clients and third parties, with sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Highly organized and accurate, with strong multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries for fee earners, arranging meetings and travel.
• Act as first point of contact for clients and beneficiaries.
• Draft standard correspondence and manage probate files.

Skills

Diary management

Client communication

Document management

Excel proficiency

Confidentiality

Tools

HighQ

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A law firm in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support the Estates team with probate and estate administration. Responsibilities include managing diaries, handling client communications, and drafting legal documents. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a similar role, is highly organized, and possesses strong IT skills. You will be part of a supportive team and spend at least 60% of your time in the office, promoting a collaborative environment.