Private Client Team

Description:

Latimer Hinks Solicitors Limited, a highly respected law firm in Darlington, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its well-established Private Client Team. The firm is renowned for providing clear, concise, and practical legal advice to a diverse range of clients including private individuals, businesses, farmers, landowners, and landed estates. Their commitment to client care and attention to detail has made them one of the most trusted names in the region.

This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced office environment, values efficiency and organisation, and enjoys being at the heart of a busy legal team. The successful candidate will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and partners, ensuring that client service remains of the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, format, and accurately complete legal forms and documents to support case progression.

• Transcribe digital dictation into professional and well-structured client correspondence.

• Manage diaries, scheduling, and appointments for solicitors, ensuring efficient time management.

• Handle client communications via phone and email with professionalism, discretion, and warmth.

• Filter and prioritise inboxes and calls, ensuring urgent matters are handled promptly.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, helping maintain smooth daily operations within the team.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally in a private client or similar legal practice area.

• Typing speed of approximately 65 words per minute or higher.

• Strong command of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Prior experience using a case management system (preferred but not essential).

• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work produced.

• Excellent time management, planning, and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

• A team-oriented mindset combined with the ability to work independently when needed.

What the Firm Offers:

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.

• A supportive and collaborative work culture that values professional development.

• The opportunity to work on meaningful and diverse client matters, contributing to high-quality outcomes.