Legal Secretary – Probate

Location: York

Salary £26k to £29k pa

The Ideal Candidate:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and well-organised Legal Secretary to join our Private Client team, supporting solicitors who specialise in Probate and Estate Administration. You will play an important role in ensuring the efficient running of the department by providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative assistance, helping to deliver a seamless and supportive service to our clients.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and able to handle a busy and varied workload with accuracy and discretion. The ideal candidate will combine excellent organisational skills with a warm, professional approach and genuine empathy for clients navigating sensitive circumstances.

You will be involved in:

•         Preparing legal documents and correspondence
•         Provide full secretarial assistance
•         Diary management
•         Prepare financial records and assist with distribution of funds
•         Liaise with clients in a professional manner
•         Handling telephone enquiries
•         Maintaining document and file systems
•         Contribute to the smooth running of the department

Requirements/Desirables for the Probate Secretary:

•         Minimum 1+ year of legal probate secretarial experience
•         Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
•         Experience with legal case management systems desirable
•         Strong written and verbal communication skills
•         Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
•         Strong client care skills
•         Ability to manage competing priorities
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Hours : 9am – 5pm