Probate Secretary

Hewitts is one of the fastest growing multi-disciplinary solicitors in the North East. Our success is down to the quality of people we have working for us. We pride ourselves on our friendly team-oriented culture and are firmly committed to developing all of our staff through training with an emphasis on internal promotion.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Legal Secretary to join our busy Probate team based at our Darlington office, dealing with a full range of Probate work including Wills and Administration of Estates.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Assisting fee earners with day to day running of files.
- Audio typing using a digital dictation system.
- Using a case management system for maintaining files and producing correspondence.
- Carrying out administrative tasks such as opening and closing files.
- Making appointments for clients and assisting with managing the fee earners diary.
- Dealing with enquiries from clients and other agencies over the telephone and in writing.
- Excellent organisation skills.
- The ability to manage a busy workload.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work at a highly professional level.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong IT skills.

At least 2 years previous legal secretary experience within the legal sector is desirable.

Salary is negotiable dependent on experience.

Benefits include:

- Flexible, friendly working environment.
- Internal progression and personal development opportunities.
- Additional leave over the Christmas period.
- Additional day leave for your birthday.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounted conveyancing fees.
- Funded workplace social events.
- Support for an involvement in charities and activities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Probate Secretary