The vacancy
We're hiring a Legal Secretary to join our Wills, Estates & Tax Planning team in Hull. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, highly skilled department where your accuracy, organisation, and commitment to quality will play a key role in delivering exceptional client service.
We're looking for someone who thrives in a busy office environment and brings both speed and accuracy to their work. Strong typing skills, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate confidently with colleagues across the firm are essential.
Your main duties will include:
* Proactively manage fee earners diaries.
* Assist with any account queries.
* Maintain client information spreadsheets and/or databases.
* Arrange internal and external meetings.
* Create and format documents proficiently.
* Produce and amend correspondence, documents, reports, emails, and attachments from a variety of sources, in house style in line with the firm's specific systems/procedures.
* Big Hand transcription.
We are interested to hear from candidates with initiative and a strong team ethos. Previous experience in a legal administration role would be helpful but full training will be provided.
The company
With a full-service offering and a diverse client base, Wilkin Chapman Rollits continues to grow, while maintaining our commitment to quality, innovation, and client-focused service.
We know that happy, motivated employees drive success, and a strong, forward-thinking culture benefits everyone. That's why we provide the tools, support, and opportunities our people need to thrive.
With our combined roots stretching back over 300 years, we are the largest law firm operating out of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, with six regional locations and a place in the Lawyer UK 200. We combine deep local and sector knowledge with the strength, resources, and reach to handle any challenge—offering the best of both a large firm and a trusted, client-focused partner.
We invest in your career, offering a great benefits package and a supportive, sociable working environment. You'll be joining a community of like-minded professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and excellence across our locations in Grimsby, Lincoln, Louth, Hull, York and Beverley.
At Wilkin Chapman Rollits, we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals from all backgrounds. We believe diversity fosters a values-led culture, fuels our growth, and creates opportunities for our colleagues to develop and succeed. As a Disability Confident and Armed Forces Friendly employer, we are dedicated to an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.