Legal Assistant

Join Adams & Remers Where Expertise Meets Exceptional Service

We are a long established Chambers ranked law firm with a reputation for delivering outstanding legal expertise with a modern client-first approach. With offices in Lewes and London we offer comprehensive legal services to individuals businesses and institutions across the UK. Delivering exceptional service to our clients is at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Us We believe in building strong lasting relationships with our clients our partners and our team. Our firm is known for its specialist knowledge high-quality service and forward-thinking approach. We work across key practice areas including Commercial and Residential Property Private Client Dispute Resolution and Corporate & Commercial with a dedicated team of around 80 professionals.

Our Private Client team based in Lewes provides expert tailored advice to UK and international private individuals multi-generational families high-net-worth individuals entrepreneurs and business professionals. With an unwavering focus on client care we offer a comprehensive suite of services including wills inheritance powers of attorney trusts probate estate planning and tax strategy.

The Opportunity: Private Client Legal AssistantWe are seeking a highly experienced Legal Assistant with expertise in Private Client to join our dedicated team in Lewes. If you are passionate about providing exceptional administration support can work methodically with great attention to detail and thrive in a collaborative environment this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking a role of 28 to 35 hours per week.

Your Role Will Involve:

Document Management

• Processing audio dictation using Diktamen
• Typing and amending documents from manuscript or copy including correspondence and legal documents
• Opening closing and archiving client files

Client & Communication

• Drafting routine correspondence including client engagement letters
• Liaising with clients and third parties via telephone and email
• Managing diaries and appointments

Financial Administration

• Preparing invoices processing payments receipts and transfers and resolving related queries

Records & Compliance

• Creating and maintaining Will EPA and LPA databases
• Handling original Wills and Powers of Attorney
• Maintaining Trust permanent folders

Legal Searches

• Conducting Land Registry and Companies House searches

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience of working as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in Private Client is essential
• Fast accurate typing skills including audio typing
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to follow procedural and legal protocol
• A methodical approach and good time management
• Excellent IT skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positivity and adaptability
• A high standard of written and spoken English

Life at Adams & Remers We foster a professional yet supportive work environment where every team member is valued. We offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive culture with a focus on collaboration
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A strong emphasis on employee wellbeing with regular social events and a supportive team ethos
• A competitive salary and benefits package including group income protection a medical cash plan virtual GP services discount vouchers and wellbeing support.

The Salary This position offers a salary of 27000 to 31000 depending on experience.

Apply Today At Adams and Remers we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals regardless of background are valued and empowered to succeed. We embrace diversity promote equal opportunities and encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values excellence and client service we would love to hear from you.

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