Legal Secretary
KD Recruitment Limited Malton
Are you an organised, people-focused Legal Secretary who loves being the calm, capable person that keeps everything moving? Our client is a respected legal firm based in Malton, known for delivering high-quality advice with a truly personal approach.
They’re now looking for a Secretary to support their Wills & Probate team, a department where empathy, accuracy and professionalism really matter. Legal experience is preferred but not essential. If you’ve worked as a secretary/administrator in professional services (accountancy, finance, property etc.) or within medical/NHS settings and you’re confident handling sensitive information, they’d love to hear from you.
What the Legal Secretary job involves This role is supporting fee earners and ensuring files progress efficiently and compliantly. Duties will include: Producing and amending legal documents and correspondence (digital dictation/audio typing and copy typing) Preparing probate and estate administration documentation, forms and client packs Opening, maintaining and closing files in line with firm procedures (including onboarding and AML checks support) Managing fee earners’ diaries, appointments, meetings and client communications Dealing with incoming calls and emails, taking accurate messages and handling queries professionally Document management: scanning, saving, filing, bundling and ensuring version control Liaising with clients, executors, beneficiaries, third parties and other professionals Supporting billing, time recording, matter administration and general file housekeeping Assisting the team to meet deadlines and ensure matters move forward smoothly Skills required We’re looking for someone with a strong admin / secretarial foundation and the right mindset.
They’re now looking for a Secretary to support their Wills & Probate team, a department where empathy, accuracy and professionalism really matter. Legal experience is preferred but not essential. If you’ve worked as a secretary/administrator in professional services (accountancy, finance, property etc.) or within medical/NHS settings and you’re confident handling sensitive information, they’d love to hear from you.
What the Legal Secretary job involves This role is supporting fee earners and ensuring files progress efficiently and compliantly. Duties will include: Producing and amending legal documents and correspondence (digital dictation/audio typing and copy typing) Preparing probate and estate administration documentation, forms and client packs Opening, maintaining and closing files in line with firm procedures (including onboarding and AML checks support) Managing fee earners’ diaries, appointments, meetings and client communications Dealing with incoming calls and emails, taking accurate messages and handling queries professionally Document management: scanning, saving, filing, bundling and ensuring version control Liaising with clients, executors, beneficiaries, third parties and other professionals Supporting billing, time recording, matter administration and general file housekeeping Assisting the team to meet deadlines and ensure matters move forward smoothly Skills required We’re looking for someone with a strong admin / secretarial foundation and the right mindset.
Ideally, you’ll be: Warm, profes
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