Location: Tamworth (Ventura Park)
Hours: Part-Time (Flexible Hours Considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Join Our Wills & Probate Team
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Legal Secretary to join our busy and friendly Wills & Probate Department on a part-time basis to provide support to a partner dealing with estates, trusts and Court of Protection applications.
This is an excellent opportunity for a well-organised individual with strong administrative and client care skills to become an integral part of our team delivering a high-quality service to clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing secretarial and administrative support to a partner and other solicitors and fee earners
- Audio and copy typing of correspondence, wills, and legal documents
- Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings
- Handling client enquiries professionally and efficiently
- Opening and closing client files
- Maintaining accurate records and filing systems
- Preparing legal documents and correspondence
- Assisting with probate applications and estate administration matters
- General office administration duties as required
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a Wills & Probate department
- Excellent typing and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Teams
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Excellent attention to detail
- A professional and friendly manner with clients and colleagues
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience using case management systems would be advantageous
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Flexible part-time working arrangements
- A supportive and friendly working environment in modern air-conditioned offices
- Car parking
- The chance to work within a well-established and respected legal practice celebrating 100 years
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected].
Rutherfords is a family focused business and we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
