Legal Secretary – Court of Protection (Health & Welfare)  Wakefield (Hybrid working available)

About Us We are an award-winning law firm, recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025.

Established in 1993, we have grown from a single office into a firm with 11 locations and approximately 400 employees, delivering a wide range of specialist legal services. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, progressive organisation that genuinely cares about its people and continues to grow and evolve.

Recent achievements include:

• Large Firm of the Year – Yorkshire Legal Awards
• Top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire – Yorkshire Growth Index

The Role We are seeking a Legal Secretary to join our Court of Protection (Health & Welfare) team, providing essential administrative support, primarily within the Mental Health area.

This is a key role supporting solicitors and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department. The position is based in Wakefield, with a hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated administrative support to solicitors on Court of Protection and Mental Health matters
• Assisting with legal research and drafting documents
• Liaising with clients and keeping them informed on case progress
• Managing files, documents, and case information
• Preparing and formatting legal documentation
• Coordinating schedules and supporting the daily operation of the department

What You’ll Bring We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or a strong interest in legal work
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• A proactive, organised, and professional approach

What’s On Offer

• Hybrid working
• A supportive and people-focused working environment
• The opportunity to work within a specialist and growing legal team