Eventus Recruitment is seeking a permanent, full-time Senior Legal Secretary to join a highly respected and long-established law firm in Guildford, Surrey. The successful applicant will provide vital support to Private Client fee earners and play a key role in delivering high-quality client service within a collaborative and award-winning team. This firm is independently recognised in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for its excellence across various practice areas. On offer is a salary of £30-35k depending on experience, hybrid working, enhanced employer pension contributions, 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, life assurance, and health schemes.
Role Responsibilities
This is a varied and client-focused role, ideal for a proactive Legal Secretary who thrives in a busy, supportive environment. You will be a key part of the Private Client team, which advises on a range of matters including Wills, Probate, Trusts and Powers of Attorney.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Audio typing and preparation of legal documentation and correspondence
- File management including opening, closing, archiving and retrieving files
- Diary management and appointment scheduling
- Organising meetings, including preparing and clearing conference rooms
- Supporting fee earners by progressing matters and ensuring excellent client service
- Liaising professionally with clients both in person and over the phone
- Assisting with online form submissions and using the firm’s case management system
- Providing guidance and support to junior and temporary secretaries as needed
Person Specification
The successful Senior Legal Secretary will have recent experience in a law firm, ideally within a Private Client department. In addition, you will possess the following experience, skills and attributes:
- Either one year’s experience in Private Client legal work (or 2+ years in broader legal secretarial roles)
- Fast and accurate audio-typing and word processing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, particularly when dealing with vulnerable clients
- A proactive, adaptable approach and ability to manage workloads under pressure
- Confidence using case management systems
- Professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in legal work
Benefits and Rewards
As the incoming Senior Legal Secretary, you will be joining a supportive law firm that genuinely values its staff and invests in their well-being and development. Employee benefits include:
- Salary £30-35k (depending on experience)
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Annual bonus scheme and salary reviews
- Private medical insurance
- Death in Service (4x salary)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Paid professional memberships
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Study leave and development support
- Sabbaticals and enhanced family leave policies
- Long service rewards
- Regular social events and wellness initiatives
About the Company
This is one of the largest and most respected legal practices in Surrey, with offices across the Southeast. With a strong heritage and modern outlook, the firm offers a full spectrum of legal services to individuals and businesses. Its commitment to exceptional client care, staff well-being, and community involvement sets it apart. The Guildford office is located in the heart of the town and supports a broad client base across Surrey and beyond. Legal professionals placed here consistently report high job satisfaction and a welcoming, team-oriented culture.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Senior Legal Secretary – Private Client job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please send your CV to Richard Hatchett at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at richard.hatchett@eventuslegal.com or contact 07495 734 342 for a confidential discussion.
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The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.