Legal Assistant Private Client

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Lewes, City of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Chambers ranked law firm in Lewes is seeking a Legal Assistant with Private Client experience. The role involves managing client communications, document processing, and financial administration. Ideal candidates will have strong typing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and training opportunities.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Group income protection

Virtual GP services

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in Private Client is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedural and legal protocol.

Responsibilities

• Processing audio dictation using BigHand.
• Drafting routine correspondence and liaising with clients.
• Preparing invoices and processing payments.

Skills

Legal Assistant experience

Fast, accurate typing skills

Attention to detail

Methodical approach

Excellent IT skills

Good communication skills

Job description

Location

Lewes

Salary

£26,000 to £30,000 depending on experience.

Vacancy Type

Permanent, Full Time

Our client is a long established, Chambers ranked law firm with a reputation for delivering outstanding legal expertise with a modern, client‑first approach. With offices in Lewes and London, they offer comprehensive legal services to individuals, businesses, and institutions across the UK. Delivering exceptional service to their clients is at the heart of everything they do.

The Private Client team, based in Lewes, provides expert, tailored advice to UK and international private individuals, multi‑generational families, high‑net‑worth individuals, entrepreneurs and business professionals. With an unwavering focus on client care, they offer a comprehensive suite of services, including wills, inheritance, powers of attorney, trusts, probate, estate planning and tax strategy.

The Role

They are seeking a highly experienced Legal Assistant with expertise in Private Client to join their dedicated team in Lewes. If you are passionate about providing exceptional administration support, can work methodically with great attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

Document Management

• Processing audio dictation using BigHand
• Typing and amending documents from manuscript or copy, including correspondence and legal documents
• Opening, closing and archiving client files

Client & Communication

• Drafting routine correspondence, including client engagement letters
• Liaising with clients and third parties via telephone and email
• Managing diaries and appointments

Financial Administration

• Preparing invoices, processing payments, receipts and transfers, and resolving related queries

Records & Compliance

• Creating and maintaining Will, EPA and LPA databases
• Handling original Wills and Powers of Attorney
• Maintaining Trust permanent folders

Legal Searches

• Conducting Land Registry and Companies House searches

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in Private Client is essential
• Fast, accurate typing skills, including audio typing
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to follow procedural and legal protocol
• A methodical approach and good time management
• Excellent IT skills
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positivity and adaptability
• A high standard of written and spoken English

Benefits

• A welcoming and inclusive culture with a focus on collaboration
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, with regular social events and a supportive team ethos
• A competitive salary and benefits package, including private medical insurance, group income protection, a medical cash plan, virtual GP services, discount vouchers and wellbeing support

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.