Residential Property Legal Secretary

Simpson Judge; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy Residential Property team in York. You'll prepare legal documents, manage diaries, and liaise with clients. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication skills. This role offers enhanced annual leave, a bonus scheme, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Bonus scheme based on performance

Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional development training

Team-building and wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of legal secretarial experience, preferably in residential property.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents and correspondence.
• Provide full secretarial assistance to fee earners.
• Manage diaries and schedule appointments.
• Liaise with clients and third parties in a professional manner.
• Handle telephone and email enquiries.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organisational ability

Client-focused approach

Tools

Partners for Windows

Job description

Location: York

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled and highly organised Legal Secretary to join a busy Residential Property team. As a key member of the department, you will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, helping to ensure the smooth running of files and the delivery of exceptional client service.

This role will suit a reliable and professional individual with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage a varied and fast-paced workload efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Preparing legal documents and correspondence.
• Providing full secretarial assistance to fee earners.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Preparing financial records and assisting with the distribution of funds.
• Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and friendly manner.
• Handling telephone and email enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate document and file systems.
• Contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the department.

About You

• Minimum 2 years of legal secretarial experience (residential property preferred; full training will be provided).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using legal case management systems (e.g. Partners for Windows) is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
• A confident, client-focused approach with the ability to handle competing priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement.
• Bonus scheme based on performance.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme (eligibility criteria apply).
• Professional development with structured, funded, and supported training.
• Team-building and wellbeing events, including corporate volunteering, social activities, and recognition awards.
• Long service awards and other employee benefits.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking an opportunity to contribute to a supportive and professional team within a busy Residential Property department, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or contact Steph at Simpson Judge