Legal Secretary

A fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a well-established firm of solicitors in York. This position offers the opportunity to become a part of a great team in a business that provides a great culture. Working hours are 35 per week (Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm with 1 hour for lunch). THE ROLE: The role of Legal Secretary is to assist the busy and esteemed Tax and Trusts team who deal with all components of Tax and Trusts work including wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney and estate planning and trusts. Duties: Preparing letters and documentation. File opening and case management. Diary & workflow coordination. Dealing with enquiries (face-to-face, over the telephone and via e-mail). Photocopying, filing and scanning documents. Day-to-day administrative duties. THE CANDIDATE: Experience in tax and trusts is essential. Have secretarial / administrative experience. Be a positive self-starter. Have good attention to detail. Be a strong team-player. Have strong accuracy and organisational skills. THE COMPANY: A well-known firm of solicitors who operate in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. They offer a supportive culture where every person matters. THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.