Job Description

Competitive salary

DUTTON GREGORY

BOURNEMOUTH, UK

NON-QUALIFIED

FULL TIME

ADMINISTRATION

SUPPORT

OTHER

Job: Legal Assistant - Wills, Trust & Estate Planning

Location: Bournemouth

Job Type: Full-Time

Are you highly organised, a great communicator, and confident on the phone? Do you enjoy working with people and thrive on building great professional relationships? If so, we have the job for you.



As a Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning (WTEP) Legal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team by ensuring the smooth running of administrative tasks. You will be the first point of contact for clients and assist with essential duties such as file management, document drafting, and correspondence.



If you are a proactive individual with a keen interest in legal administration, we would love to hear from you.

About Us

At Dutton Gregory, we're a progressive, collaborative, and client-focused law firm with strong core values:

Committed

,

United

, and

Progressive

. We're proud of our culture, which encourages innovation, teamwork, and professional development. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a detail-oriented WTEP Legal Assistant to join our Bournemouth office.



Our Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning (WTEP) department provides expert legal advice on wills, lasting powers of attorney, probate, estate administration, and trust management, helping clients protect their assets and plan for the future.

The Role

As a Legal Assistant, you'll be:


Managing filing systems (physical and digital) to ensure all documents are organised and accessible. Drafting correspondence, legal documents, and other paperwork as required. Answering and making telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties in a professional manner. Assisting with client onboarding, including opening and closing files in line with compliance procedures. Handling general administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and data entry. Supporting fee earners with diary management, minute taking during meetings and scheduling appointments.

Key Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:


Previous admin experience in a law firm. Strong typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Confident in dealing with clients in person, over the phone, and via email. Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a busy legal environment.

Why Join Us?

Supportive environment that encourages career growth and development. Opportunities to gain hands-on experience within a law firm. A collaborative workplace culture that values your ideas and contributions. Regular training and development to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Apply Today

If you're looking for an administrative role in a growing law firm and enjoy working with people, we'd love to hear from you!



To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@duttongregory.co.uk, or click the "apply now" button below.




Staff Type


Business Support Staff

We are a growing law firm with a bold vision. Built on our core values - Committed, United, Progressive - we provide high-quality legal services while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous development.



Our team is made up of talented professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding results for our clients. We support their growth with structured career pathways, tailored development programmes, and leadership development opportunities.



If you're looking for a firm that invests in its people and embraces change, we'd love to hear from you.



Even if you don't see a job listed, please do contact Charlotte Piper (c.piper@duttongregory.co.uk) for an initial confidential discussion.