Legal Admin - Private Client
About the Firm
We are working with a highly respected and long-established private client firm based in Chesterfield, known for its genuine family-feel culture and exceptionally supportive working environment.
The firm is widely recognised for being extremely encouraging of development and career progression, making this a fantastic place to build a long-term legal career.
This is also a great opportunity for law graduates looking to develop their career in private client law, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
The Role
The successful Legal Assistant will support the Private Client team across a varied caseload including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. You will gain hands-on experience while working closely with experienced fee earners in a supportive setting.
Key Responsibilities
Providing administrative and legal support to fee earners
Assisting with drafting wills, LPAs, and probate documentation
Supporting estate administration matters from instruction through to completion
Managing client communications with professionalism and care
Maintaining and organising client files accurately
Liaising with third parties including probate registry, banks, and professionals
Conducting basic legal research where required
General support to ensure smooth file progression About You
Law degree or legal qualification (desirable but not essential)
Ideal opportunity for recent legal graduates seeking career development in private client law
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and client care approach
A proactive, eager-to-learn attitude
Ability to work well within a close-knit, supportive team environment What's on Offer
A genuinely friendly, family-feel working culture
Highly supportive team with strong emphasis on development
Excellent training and career progression opportunities
Ideal stepping stone for legal graduates into private client law
Competitive salary and benefits package INDX