Legal Secretary/Paralegal - Private Client
- Recruiter
- Reed
- Location
- York
- Contract
- Permanent
- Work pattern
- Not Specified
- First listed by Ontap
- 22 September 2026
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Job description
Our Client a leading Law firm based in York have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join their busy private client team due to retirement.
Ideally, we are looking for someone with legal secretarial experience, someone with office experience or a law graduate looking for their next role (must be willing to stay in a Legal Assistant position for a min of 2 years).
Working 35 hours a week Monday-Friday office hours. Salary between £ depending on experience.
Duties and responsibilities:
Prepared and amended legal documents and correspondence through audio/copy typing, ensuring accuracy, proofreading, and compliance with firm standards.
Managed client files, deeds, and legal documentation using case management and online systems, maintaining regulatory compliance and confidentiality.
Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, filing, scanning, document retrieval, and general administrative support.
Delivered professional client service via telephone and face-to-face interactions, managing enquiries, appointments, diaries, meetings, and room bookings.
Supported billing and accounts processes, including invoice preparation and documentation.
Assisted colleagues and contributed to an efficient team environment while adhering to internal policies, risk management procedures, and money laundering regulations.
Person specification
Excellent typing and MS office skills
Previous legal admin/secretarial experience desirable or University graduate in law happy to commit to an assistant role for min of 2 years
An interest in the legal environment
Strong team player with excellent communication skills
Confident dealing with clients
Strong team player and enthusiastic
Benefit package:
Competitive salary
25 days holiday + bank holidays, your birthday off.
Death in service scheme
Healthcare cash plan
Wellness group
Inclusive & fun culture
Clear and transparent progression plan - for everyone, not just lawyers
If this sounds like it's the one for you don't hesitate in applying.