Legal Secretary (Private Client)

  • Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd
  • Tunbridge Wells, Kent
  • Mar 10, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Legal Secretary Private Client / Estates
Location: Tunbridge Wells Salary: Up to £32,000 plus attractive benefits! Full-time, Permanent

Office-based 5 days/week for the first 3 months; then hybrid 2 days from home. 9am-5.15pm

Diamond Search Recruitment is recruiting a Private Client Legal Secretary on behalf of a highly respected legal practice within their dedicated Private Client team.
Our client handles sensitive matters, including estates and probate, with care.

Why You ll Love This Role:

  • Support fee earners on private client matters, including estates and probate.

  • Build strong client relationships during sensitive times.

  • Work in a friendly, collaborative team with hybrid flexibility after probation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Diary management, meetings, calls, and travel.

  • First point of contact for clients, executors, and beneficiaries.

  • Draft correspondence, letters of authority, and client documentation.

  • Liaise with HMRC, Probate Registry, banks, and Land Registry.

  • Maintain accurate client records, track key dates, and assist with reporting.

About You:

  • Previous legal secretary experience in private client work.

  • Highly organised, accurate, and able to prioritise multiple tasks.

  • Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, document management systems).

  • Professional, client-focused, and a proactive team player.

Join an incredible firm and be part of a dynamic and high-performing team!

Apply Now!

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.