Legal Assistant - Private Client

Private Client Legal Assistant

Bognor / Selsey

Immediate start

I am are currently seeking a proactive and organised Private Client Legal Assistant to join a friendly and professional team in either Bognor or Selsey.

This is an excellent opportunity to support experienced legal professionals while gaining valuable experience across a broad range of private client matters.

The Role

You will provide essential administrative and case support across private client work, including:

• Wills
• Probate and estate administration
• Trusts
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• General private client matters

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and maintaining confidential client files accurately
• Assisting with the preparation and drafting of legal documents
• Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, solicitors, and third parties
• Supporting fee earners with case progression
• Handling general administrative duties to ensure smooth department operations

About You

I am looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Professional and confident when communicating with clients
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proactive and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively
• Ideally experienced in a legal support or administrative role (private client experience desirable but not essential)

Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Two company events per year
• Employee benefits programme
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Opportunities for training and career progression

Apply now or call Lynsey at Key Recruitment for more information.