Legal Assistant - Private Client

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and well-organised Legal Assistant to join their established Private Client team in Warrington, Cheshire. Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below. The role would suit someone with previous private client experience looking to develop their career within a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with Private Client matters
• Dealing with queries from clients, solicitors and other parties
• Providing client updates and monitoring matter progression
• Opening and closing matters in accordance with AML, SRA and internal procedures
• Preparing basic correspondence, forms and legal documents under supervision
• Submitting and registering documents with the Probate Registry, Certainty and HMRC
• Managing and maintaining Wills, LPAs, Probate documents and associated records
• Managing diaries, appointments, deadlines and contact lists
• Preparing bills, payments and receipts and liaising with the finance team
• Preparing Estate Accounts using Excel
• Handling client telephone calls and providing reception cover when required
• General administrative duties including post and banking Requirements
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary is preferred
• Good understanding of legal office procedures
• Strong IT skills, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience using case management systems
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills What's on Offer
• 26 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Holiday bonus scheme
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including support towards professional qualifications
• Firm-funded eye tests Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful