Our client is a respected Cheshire law firm and we have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to become part of their busy Private Client team in Macclesfield, providing vital support to specialist fee earners across a broad range of matters including Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
This role offers genuine flexibility, with the hiring manager open to a variety of working patterns between 22 and 30 hours per week, worked within the firm’s normal office hours of 9:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and secretarial skills who enjoys delivering exceptional client service while working in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to Private Client fee earners.
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Act as the first point of contact for new client enquiries via telephone and the firm’s website, handling sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.
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Manage both electronic and paper-based client files, including file opening, closing, storage and retrieval in accordance with firm procedures and compliance requirements.
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Prepare, format and amend legal documentation, correspondence, probate papers and other Private Client documents.
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Carry out audio and copy typing accurately and efficiently.
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Assist with progressing matters by monitoring key deadlines and ensuring documentation meets required standards.
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Manage diaries, arrange appointments, prepare meeting packs and coordinate client communications.
About You
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Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator is desirable, ideally within a Private Client, Wills or Probate department.
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Excellent typing skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Highly organised with the ability to prioritise a varied workload effectively.
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Experience using legal case management systems; knowledge of P4W would be advantageous.
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Professional, approachable and client-focused, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
What’s on Offer?
Flexible Working
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Part-time opportunity with flexibility to work between 22 and 30 hours per week.
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Working hours can be agreed to suit both the successful candidate and the business.
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Office hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Annual Leave
Health & Wellbeing
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Private healthcare cover.
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Medical cashback scheme.
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24-hour GP service.
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Life assurance (4x annual salary).
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Enhanced sick pay.
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Family-Friendly Benefits
Financial Benefits
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a flexible part-time opportunity within a highly regarded Private Client team, we’d love to hear from you
