Legal Assistant – Wills & Probate
Location: Haverfordwest
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time | Monday–Friday | 9:00am–5:00pm
Overview:
Are you organised, people-focused, and looking to grow your legal career within a supportive and professional team? We’re looking for a Legal Assistant to join our busy Wills & Probate department in Haverfordwest, providing essential support to our legal professionals and playing a key role in delivering outstanding service to our clients.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced legal environment where you will be involved in a wide variety of work — from preparing legal documents and managing case files to liaising with clients and supporting fee earners on complex matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day support to solicitors and legal executives handling wills, probate, and estate administration matters
- Draft letters, legal forms, and standard documents with precision and attention to detail
- Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries when required
- Handle incoming client queries with professionalism and empathy, both by phone and in writing
- Manage administrative tasks such as file opening, archiving, billing, and compliance checks
- Coordinate appointments, manage diaries, and ensure documentation is up to date and accurate
- Help onboard new clients by gathering information, assisting with paperwork, and ensuring a smooth start to their legal journey
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience in a legal setting is desired – either a work experience placement or professionally
- Interest in Wills & Probate area of law.
- Strong IT and typing skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Excellent organisational ability and a high level of attention to detail
- Friendly, clear, and professional communication skills — both written and verbal
- A proactive, flexible, and reliable approach to work
- Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and remain calm under pressure
Why Join Us?
We are a well-established, forward-thinking law firm with a long-standing commitment to our local communities. You’ll be joining a collaborative, professional environment where your work will be valued and your development supported.
Benefits Include:
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and progression
- Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and reward schemes
- Consideration for flexible working arrangements
- Option to participate in holiday buy/sell scheme and gym membership contributions
If you’re interested in this role please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
At Redkite, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond to ensure all employees can thrive. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and helps us better serve our clients.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,712.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Haverfordwest SA61 2ET: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Work experience within a law firm
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Haverfordwest SA61 2ET (preferred)
Work Location: In person
