Description
Legal Secretary – Private ClientLocation: York
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Full Time
The Role
We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Private Client team in York, supporting solicitors specialising in Probate and Estate Administration. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to play a key role in the smooth running of a busy and supportive department, delivering a high standard of client care during sensitive matters.
You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, ensuring files are managed efficiently and clients receive a professional, compassionate service throughout their journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing legal documents and correspondence
- Providing full secretarial support to fee earners
- Diary management and scheduling
- Preparing financial records and assisting with the distribution of funds
- Liaising with clients in a professional and empathetic manner
- Handling telephone enquiries
- Maintaining accurate document management and filing systems
- Supporting the overall day-to-day running of the department
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (Private Client experience desirable)
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to manage a busy and varied workload effectively
- Professional, discreet and client-focused
- Confident communicator with a warm and supportive approach
Benefits
- Team culture & wellbeing: Corporate volunteering opportunities, wellbeing events, office treat days, colleague of the month initiatives and a Christmas party
- Professional development: Structured, funded and supported training
- Bonus scheme: Performance-related bonus (eligibility criteria apply)
If you are interested in this role please contect Ryan at Puro Associates on 01904571760.
