Current Vacancies

As a Legal Secretary within our Private Client Team, you will provide professional, proactive and high-quality secretarial support to a group of fee earners specialising in later life matters and supporting vulnerable clients. You will also play a key role in supporting the wider Private Client Team, helping to ensure the smooth progression of client files and the delivery of an exceptional client service.

Key tasks & Responsibilities

– Provide high-quality administrative support to other secretaries and fee earners as required.

– Prepare legal documents and correspondence with attention to detail.

– Administer filing which will include electronic and paper-based filing in a timely manner to ensure client files are up to date and easily accessible.

– Assist with the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files.

– Working with a case management system (SOS).

– Making appointments and arranging meetings.

– Conducting legal research as directed by team members, assisting in case preparation and providing insights on legal matters.

– Assist with the billing processes, time recording and expense claims efficiently and accurately.

– Ensure compliance with professional and regulatory obligations as well as with firm policy.

– Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while dealing with sensitive client information.

– To support the Later Life Team generally to include organisation of files, internal reporting and completion of forms as necessary.

– Liaising with care homes, paying bills, visits to clients on an ad hoc basis as holiday cover.

– Undertake any specific training when required to do so, and overall, to have a positive attitude towards self-development.

Skills & Experience

– Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

– Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, often working under pressure.

– Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.

– Strong attention to detail.

– Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

– Excellent client care skills.

– The ability to be proactive and use their own initiative.

– Excellent team working and interpersonal skills.

– Previous experience in a legal secretarial role is essential.

Why Barker Gotelee?

At Barker Gotelee, our working culture is shaped by our commitment to three core values: Clients, Colleagues and Community. We put clients at the heart of everything we do, delivering clear, practical advice with integrity and care. We support and respect our colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential. As a firm rooted in Suffolk, we take pride in giving back to our local community, working together to make a positive difference beyond the office. This balance creates a workplace where people feel valued, motivated and connected.

The successful candidate will benefit from an attractive pay and rewards package, including a competitive salary, 25 days holiday per year, contributory pension scheme, private health insurance and free car parking.

To Apply

Please send a copy of your CV, attaching a covering letter to our recruitment team at [email protected], or by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button below. Your covering letter should explain your reasons for applying for the role and why you think you’d be suitable.

Barker Gotelee LLP is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process please contact our recruitment team at [email protected].

We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. Please note that Barker Gotelee LLP are unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates prior to the closing date. We therefore encourage early applications to avoid disappointment. All offers of employment are subject to a background screening check which includes a DBS check.