Legal Assistant - Private Client
- Recruiter
- Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment
- Location
- Warrington
- Contract
- Permanent
- Work pattern
- Not Specified
- First listed by Ontap
- 1 October 2026
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Job description
Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and well-organised Legal Assistant to join their established Private Client team in Warrington, Cheshire.
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.