Job Description

Probate Secretary

Christchurch

Salary dependent on experience

Our well-established client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their friendly Probate team based at their Christchurch office.



You will assist within a busy department covering all aspects of Private Client work including Wills, Taxation, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters.

The Candidate:

We pride ourselves on our client care. We have a friendly and helpful team, and like all employees to adopt the same ethos. You should have a minimum of 1 - 2 years' experience within a similar role. You should have good IT skills. The use of Office 365 packages, case management systems and hosted telephony services is desirable, but full and ongoing training will be provided. You should be willing to adopt a strong compliance culture, but full initial and ongoing training is provided. You must be able to prioritise your own workload and meet strict deadlines. You must possess accurate typing skills and pay attention to detail.

The Package:

This position is a permanent full-time role. Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, with 1 hour for lunch which equates to a 35-hour week. The position will be based at our Christchurch office. We offer an attractive salary which will be based on individual's qualifications and experience.

Discretionary benefits:

Free membership to BUPA cashback healthcare scheme Free 24 hour online and telephone accessible GP for you and your family Full flexi-time policy More than the statutory holiday entitlement given plus birthdays off and extra holiday given at Christmas A friendly, supportive and flexible environment. * We have a strong ethos to maintain a healthy work/life balance, staff are always encouraged to take their lunch breaks, we offer flexi time whenever needed and very generous holiday entitlement which we believe help you to achieve a fantastic work/life balance.