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Probate Legal Secretary
Location: Malton
Salary: Up to £29,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
The Opportunity
A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Probate Legal Secretary to join its busy Private Client team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to assist fee earners handling a range of probate, wills and estate administration matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the department by providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support while delivering exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing full secretarial support to Private Client fee earners.
- Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence, attendance notes and documents.
- Preparing probate applications and supporting documentation.
- Assisting with estate administration matters.
- Managing diaries, appointments and meetings.
- Opening and closing client files in line with compliance procedures.
- Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions and third parties.
- Handling telephone calls and taking detailed messages.
- Managing incoming and outgoing post, emails and documentation.
- Preparing invoices and assisting with billing processes.
- Maintaining accurate records on the firm's case management system.
- Ensuring a high level of client care at all times.
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Requirements
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant or Administrator within a law firm.
- Experience supporting a Private Client, Probate or Wills team is highly desirable.
- Strong audio typing and document production skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Ability to manage a busy workload and work effectively under pressure.
- Professional and client-focused approach.
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Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £29,000 DOE.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression and development.
If you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a respected Private Client team where you can utilise and develop your probate knowledge, we'd love to hear from you.
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