New Job Opening: Probate Legal Secretary in Malton, UK

Job Description

Probate Legal Secretary

Location: Malton

Salary: £24,000 to £30,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: Experienced Legal Secretary (Probate/Private Client preferred)

If you’re an experienced Legal Secretary who enjoys keeping things organised, supporting a busy fee earner, and being the calm point of contact clients rely on, this is a great opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team in Malton.

This role would suit someone who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys variety, and wants to be part of a firm that genuinely invests in its people, values work life balance, and uses modern systems and processes to deliver a high level of service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing full secretarial support to fee earners within the Probate/Private Client team

• Audio and copy typing of correspondence and legal documents

• Preparing and formatting documents, bundles and client letters

• Managing diaries, appointments and meeting arrangements

• Handling incoming calls and emails, taking accurate messages and dealing with queries professionally

• Opening and closing files, maintaining accurate file records and supporting file management standards

• Supporting with document production, scanning, saving and general administration

• Liaising with clients, third parties and internal teams to help matters progress smoothly

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (Probate/Private Client experience is preferred)

• Strong typing and document formatting skills with excellent attention to detail

• A calm, organised approach and confidence managing competing deadlines

• Professional communication style and a client-first mindset

• Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office

• A team-first attitude and willingness to support colleagues when needed

What’s On Offer

• Enhanced annual leave

• Bonus scheme (criteria for eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing benefits

• Cycle 2 Work scheme (criteria for eligibility)

• Structured, funded and supported training and development

• Structured career path and progression support

• Supportive, approachable team environment

• Team building and wellbeing events, including corporate volunteering, office treat days, colleague of the month, and Christmas party

• Long service award

• Access to legal services (criteria for eligibility)

• Excellent processes and the latest technology to support high-quality client service

Working Arrangements

Full-time, permanent role based in Malton.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.