Eventus Recruitment are seeking a Legal Assistant to join the Private Client department of a highly regarded law firm in Kendal. This is a permanent, full-time job with flexible working options, set in a stunning location on the edge of the Lake District. This opportunity offers an outstanding benefits package including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced pension, healthcare cash back plan and a truly supportive and positive working environment.
About the Role
This is a superb opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary or Assistant to support the busy and growing Private Client department. You’ll be an integral part of a friendly and professional team, providing administrative and secretarial assistance across a range of matters including wills, probate, trusts and estate planning.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Private Client fee earners
- Audio and copy typing of legal documentation and correspondence
- Preparing and formatting documents such as wills, LPA forms, and probate applications
- Diary and file management, including setting up new client files and maintaining client records
- Liaising with clients in person, by telephone, and by email in a professional and empathetic manner
- Assisting with billing processes and supporting compliance requirements
You’ll be joining a collaborative team where your experience and initiative will be valued.
About You
The law firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant with recent experience working in a Private Client team. You’ll be someone who enjoys a varied workload, is highly organised and takes pride in delivering high-quality support.
To succeed in this job, you will be able to demonstrate:
- Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant ideally in Private Client law
- Fast, accurate typing and familiarity with legal terminology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Professionalism, discretion, and a client-focused approach
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office
This job would suit a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant looking to join a supportive and established law firm in Kendal.
Benefits and Rewards
You’ll be joining a supportive and forward-thinking law firm with a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and outstanding client service.
- Excellent salary
- Flexible working options
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Christmas closure
- Life Assurance (2 x salary)
- 6% Pension contributions
- Paycare benefits including dental and optical, 24/7 GP access and online talking therapy
- Unlimited access to an online training academy
- Discounts on legal services
- Regular social and community-based activities
About the Firm
There are so many positives to speak of with this law firm. They are very well-established in the South Lakes area offering legal services to both individual and business clients.
With a strong reputation in the area, they are one of the largest legal employers in the area. With offices across the South Lakes, the firm is known for its professional and friendly approach.
The leadership team is approachable and committed to staff wellbeing and development.
The Kendal office is situated in a truly picturesque location, close to the Lake District National Park, making it an ideal setting for a fulfilling legal career with a great work-life balance.
Having placed professionals with this firm previously, I can confidently say it is an excellent place to work with a great culture, excellent staff retention, and strong values.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.
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