Legal Secretary / Receptionist - Harrogate (Office-Based)
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Legal Secretary/Receptionist to join our busy office in Harrogate, providing essential support to our fee earners and wider team. This is a varied role combining high-quality legal secretarial work with wider administrative responsibilities to ensure the smooth running of the office.
Location: Harrogate (office-based)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (flexibility may be considered)
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience)
Benefits: Free on-site parking
Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Secretarial Support
*Audio typing and copy typing of legal correspondence, file notes, and other documentation
*Production of court documents, letters, forms, and other legal materials
*Maintain fee earners’ diaries, scheduling appointments, court dates, and client meetings
*Manage correspondence, including letters, emails, and enclosures
*Support fee earners with document bundling, printing, scanning, and filing
Legal Administration
*Maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems
*Update case management systems as required
*Assist with client onboarding, including collecting forms, ID verification, and record updates
*Handle phone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently
Office & Team Support
*Act as the first point of contact for clients, providing a calm and professional service
*Assist in daily office operations, including facilities support and stationery management
*Support fee earners with PA-style tasks such as travel arrangements, meeting preparation, and diary management
*Provide cover for other administrative or secretarial staff during absences
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
*Strong and accurate audio typing skills, ideally in a legal or professional services environment
*Excellent written and spoken English with strong attention to detail
*Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook; ability to learn case management systems
*Highly organised with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
*Professional, friendly, and confident communication skills
*Reliability, discretion, and high levels of confidentiality
Desirable
*Previous experience as a Legal Administrator, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant
*Familiarity with audio transcription systems and legal document formats
*Experience supporting fee earners directly with PA-style duties
If you are an experienced Legal Secretary/Receptionist looking for a varied and professional role in a supportive office environment, we would love to hear from you.