Legal Secretary - Tax & Trusts - York

Legal Secretary – Tax & Trusts | York Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a friendly, supportive, and highly regarded Tax & Trusts team? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive support to a busy team specialising in Tax & Trusts. Based in York, this role offers the chance to work across a varied caseload, supporting fee earners in matters including wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, estate planning, and trusts. The Role As a key member of the team, you will:\n

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• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners.
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• Open and manage client files in accordance with firm procedures.
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• Prepare legal documentation and correspondence.
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• Handle client enquiries professionally and efficiently.
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• Assist with diary management, document production, and general administration.
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• Help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the department.
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About You The successful candidate will have:\n

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• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Tax & Trusts or Private Client.
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• A solid understanding of wills, probate, trusts, lasting powers of attorney, and estate planning.
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• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
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• The ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• A proactive, positive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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What's on Offer\n

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• A supportive and welcoming working environment.
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• The opportunity to join a respected and well-established legal team.
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• A varied and rewarding role with opportunities to develop your skills.
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• Competitive salary and benefits package.
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If you're an organised, motivated Legal Secretary looking for your next opportunity in a specialist Tax & Trusts team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career.