Legal Secretary

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic individual to join our Private Client team in Malton. This role is ideal for someone looking to begin or develop their career within a legal environment, providing essential administrative support to solicitors who specialise in Probate and Estate Administration.

You will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of the department, helping to ensure clients receive a professional, compassionate, and efficient service during sensitive times. We are looking for someone who is reliable, eager to learn, and able to manage a varied workload with attention to detail and discretion.

You will be involved in:

• Preparing routine legal documents and correspondence
• Providing administrative and secretarial support to the team
• Assisting with diary management and appointment scheduling
• Liaising with clients in a polite and professional manner
• Handling telephone calls and general enquiries
• Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems
• Assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the department
• Team Building – Corporate volunteering, regular staff wellbeing events including office treat days, colleague of the month, Christmas party
• Professional Development – Structured, funded and supported training encouraged
• Bonus Scheme – Criteria for eligibility
• Health and Wellbeing Benefits
• Legal Services – Criteria for eligibility
• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Long Service Award
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Criteria for eligibility

At Ware & Kay, we are committed to attracting talented individuals and pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive working environment. We encourage our staff to take ownership of their career and provide opportunities for learning and development at every stage.

With over 200 years of history, we are a trusted Yorkshire law firm with strong community roots and a reputation for excellence. Our Vision and Values are central to everything we do. If you are approachable, committed, and act with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Ware & Kay is an Equal Opportunities employer. We want to give every candidate the chance to perform their best throughout the application and recruitment process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments, please do not hesitate to let us know.