Legal Secretary

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 Responsibilities Legal 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 filingLegal 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 efficientlyOffice & 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 Knowledge Essential 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 confidentialityDesirable 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 dutiesIf 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