You will be assisting the lawyers to deal with their large and varied caseloads. This will include:

opening files and dealing with initial correspondence to clients and others, and also compliance issues (such as anti-money laundering)

liaising with the firm's accounts department regarding payments and receipts relating to client matters and producing invoices

subject to supervision, liaising with clients and third parties as directed.

An opportunity has arisen for a friendly and motivated individual to join our highly regarded wills, trusts & probate team as a legal secretary. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a professional firm where service is paramount., You may have worked in a private client department before, and you may have some familiarity with this area of work (but this is not essential if you are motivated and keen to learn)

You will be proactive, motivated and highly organised, with an ability to manage your workload effectively and efficiently

You will have excellent communication skills since the role will involve plenty of contact with clients and other solicitors

You will have good IT skills and ideally have experience in using case management software (the firm uses SOS Connect)

You will thrive on working hard and enjoy being in a very busy environment.

Willans employs over 100 people with Regency offices overlooking the park on Imperial Square in Cheltenham. We provide a friendly and supportive working environment and the opportunity for hybrid working across the firm.