Legal Assistant – Private Client

Overview

We are looking to recruit a Legal Assistant to join our Private Client department, based at our Chillingstone House office in Rayleigh.

The role is full-time and permanent. Previous experience within a Private Client department is essential.

Salary and associated benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

• To work under your own initiative with day-to-day conduct and administration of Wills and probate cases, including telephone and written correspondence with clients, beneficiaries, professional organisations and government agencies
• Preparation of attendance notes and letters with the supervision of the fee earning staff
• Drafting legal documents, including Wills and probate applications
• Managing your own caseload and diary maintenance, including setting and monitoring diary notes and the critical dates diary
• Dealing with the administration processes for monies either payable to or received from clients, suppliers and any other relevant organisations or individuals

• Logical and organised approach; proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel); strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, stay calm under pressure, and excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Reliability, self-motivation, and ability to use own initiative
• Experience in Private Client administration; probate experience preferred; paralegal background considered
• Experience using LEAP is beneficial but not essential

Salary and associated benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

If you feel this role would be suitable,  and covering letter to  Closing date: 6 February 2026.