Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established regional law firm is on the lookout for a skilled Legal Secretary to join its Commercial Property team in Basingstoke. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team known for delivering exceptional legal services. The successful candidate will manage client interactions, assist with legal documentation, and support various administrative processes. With a competitive salary and benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for the legal field and a proactive approach, this could be the ideal role for you.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a legal setting.
• Experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries and act as the first point of contact for clients.
• Draft legal documents and assist with business development initiatives.

Skills

Diary Management

Legal Document Drafting

Client Communication

Billing and Payments Management

Business Development Support

Education

Experience in Legal Sector

Job description

POSITION: Legal Secretary
SALARY: Competitive
LOCATION: Basingstoke
HOURS: Full-time

A leading regional law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary to join its thriving Commercial Property team based in Basingstoke. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a growing team delivering high-quality legal services to a diverse and expanding client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing diaries and acting as the first point of contact for clients.
• Supporting with file opening and closing processes, including issuing engagement letters and handling general administrative tasks.
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Assisting with business development initiatives and working alongside the marketing team.
• Managing the billing and payments process, including the preparation of invoices, completion statements, and financial summaries.
• Handling property-related tasks such as ordering official copies and searches, completing SDLT returns, and submitting Land Registry applications.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a commercial property setting as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal.
• Ideally, a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the legal sector.

The firm are offering 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a range of competitive benefits. If you are an experienced Legal Secretary, based in or near Basingstoke, please get in touch for confidential consideration or send your CV to [e-mail].