Probate Legal Secretary

Job Description

Probate Legal Secretary

Location: Malton

Salary: 24000 to 30000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: Experienced Legal Secretary (Probate/Private Client preferred)

If youre an experienced Legal Secretary who enjoys keeping things organised supporting a busy fee earner and being the calm point of contact clients rely on this is a great opportunity to join a friendly supportive team in Malton.

This role would suit someone who takes pride in accuracy enjoys variety and wants to be part of a firm that genuinely invests in its people values work life balance and uses modern systems and processes to deliver a high level of service.

What Youll Be Doing

• Providing full secretarial support to fee earners within the Probate/Private Client team
• Audio and copy typing of correspondence and legal documents
• Preparing and formatting documents bundles and client letters
• Managing diaries appointments and meeting arrangements
• Handling incoming calls and emails taking accurate messages and dealing with queries professionally
• Opening and closing files maintaining accurate file records and supporting file management standards
• Supporting with document production scanning saving and general administration
• Liaising with clients third parties and internal teams to help matters progress smoothly

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (Probate/Private Client experience is preferred)
• Strong typing and document formatting skills with excellent attention to detail
• A calm organised approach and confidence managing competing deadlines
• Professional communication style and a client-first mindset
• Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office
• A team-first attitude and willingness to support colleagues when needed

Whats On Offer

• Enhanced annual leave
• Bonus scheme (criteria for eligibility)
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Cycle 2 Work scheme (criteria for eligibility)
• Structured funded and supported training and development
• Structured career path and progression support
• Supportive approachable team environment
• Team building and wellbeing events including corporate volunteering office treat days colleague of the month and Christmas party
• Long service award
• Access to legal services (criteria for eligibility)
• Excellent processes and the latest technology to support high-quality client service

Working Arrangements

Full-time permanent role based in Malton.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 30000 - 30000