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Legal Secretary

Reed
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The job title is Legal Secretary specializing in Probate/Residential Conveyancing, located in Leeds.
  • This position is available for both full-time and part-time employment.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal secretary, preferably in probate or estate planning.
  • The role involves assisting attorneys, managing case files, and communicating with clients and court personnel.
  • Salary details are not specified, but proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills are required.

Job Title: Legal Secretary – Probate/Residential Conveyancing

Location: Leeds

Job Type: Full-Time or Part time

Reed Leeds is recruiting on behalf of an established Law firm based in Leeds, our client is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Legal Secretary to join their probate team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal administration, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist attorneys in the preparation and filing of probate documents
  • Manage and organise case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible
  • Schedule and coordinate appointments, meetings, and court dates
  • Draft and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports
  • Communicate with clients, court personnel, and other parties involved in probate cases
  • Maintain and update client records and databases
  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail including email
  • Perform general administrative duties such as answering phones, managing calendars, and ordering office supplies

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal secretary, preferably in probate or estate planning
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.