Legal Personal Assistant – Private Client (Leatherhead)

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated Legal Personal Assistant to support a busy Private Client team in Leatherhead. This full‑time, office‑based role offers the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors, contributing to high‑quality client service within a leading Surrey legal practice.

Key responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative support to four Private Client solicitors, managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents using audio‑typing and word‑processing tools.
• Maintain filing systems, including opening, closing, and retrieving client files.
• Set up and tidy conference rooms to ensure a professional meeting environment.
• Collaborate with other secretaries and assist across the department as needed.
• Communicate with clients, upholding high standards of customer care and confidentiality.
• Utilise the case management system (Practise Evolve) and suggest efficiency improvements.

Required profile

• Minimum two years of legal secretarial or equivalent experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Proactive attitude with the capacity to work under pressure and prioritise workloads.
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality client service and teamwork.

Required skills

• Touch‑typing
• Audio‑typing
• Word processing
• Advanced IT proficiency
• Familiarity with Practise Evolve or similar case‑management systems

What we offer

• Salary up to £32,000 per year
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual salary review and bonus scheme
• 5% employer pension contribution, death in service, and private medical cover
• Paid professional memberships, long‑service awards, and employee assistance programme
• Regular social events and a supportive, inclusive workplace