Legal Administrator-Private Client (Whitley Bay)

Job Description

Legal Administrator Private Client (Whitley Bay Office Based)

Salary: 2 per year (DOE Living Wage aligned)

Location: Whitley Bay commutable from Tynemouth, North Shields, Cullercoats, Monkseaton, Shiremoor

Contract: Full-time Permanent

The Role

We are seeking a Legal Administrator to join our busy Private Client department. You will be supporting solicitors with Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).

This is an administrative support role not a training contract pathway or fee-earning position. It is suited to someone who enjoys admin work and wants to build a long-term career in a support function.

What You’ll Do

• Provide administrative support across Wills, Probate and LPA matters.
• Manage and organise case files.
• Draft standard correspondence and assist with forms/applications.
• Liaise with clients in a professional and sensitive manner.
• Handle incoming calls, emails and post.
• General team and office support.

About You

• Previous office/administration experience essential in the legal sector.
• Familiarity with Wills & Probate processes is a strong advantage.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• IT literate, confident using case management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable in a support role and not seeking progression to a solicitor position.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: 2DOE.
• Friendly supportive team environment.
• Stability and long-term opportunity in a professional law firm.
• Exposure to Private Client legal work without fee-earning responsibilities.

Apply today with your CV and covering note. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

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