Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Search Consultancy LTD; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a busy Commercial Property team in Basingstoke. The role is pivotal in supporting fee earners and delivering outstanding service to clients. Key responsibilities include managing client files, typing legal documents, and handling client enquiries. Candidates should have excellent Microsoft Office skills, maintain discretion, and ideally have experience in commercial property law. This position offers additional benefits like a pension scheme, life assurance, and ample annual leave.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Group life assurance

26 days annual leave

Ability to purchase up to 5 additional days of holiday

Cycle to Work scheme

Additional employee wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Previous experience in commercial conveyancing or property law is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Opening, maintaining, and closing client files.
• Acting as the first point of contact for client enquiries.
• Typing and formatting complex legal documents.
• Carrying out basic property searches.
• Monitoring key deadlines for lease completions.
• Preparing and issuing invoices and financial statements.
• Submitting Land Registry applications.
• Assisting with Stamp Duty Land Tax returns.
• Supporting with general administrative tasks.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Strong attention to detail

High level of discretion and professionalism

Tools

LEAP

Job description

Legal Secretary - Commercial Property

Location: Basingstoke

We are looking to welcome a skilled and proactive Legal Secretary to join a busy Commercial Property team. This is a pivotal role that directly supports fee earners and contributes to delivering exceptional service to a growing client base.

About the Firm

The firm is recognised as one of the region's most dynamic full‑service law practices, built on a foundation of traditional values and a commitment to excellence. In 2025, the firm continues to be featured in the Legal 500, a globally respected guide for clients seeking high‑quality legal services. Its values underpin everything the team does:

• Pull in the same direction
• Tell it like it is
• Do the right thing
• Break the mould
• Deliver on goals

What You'll Be Doing

• Opening, maintaining, and closing client files in line with compliance and file management procedures.
• Acting as the first point of contact for client enquiries, providing updates and general information.
• Typing and formatting complex legal documents, including leases, contracts, and reports (often via digital dictation).
• Carrying out basic property searches (Local Authority, Environmental, Title).
• Monitoring key deadlines for lease completions, contract exchanges, and option periods.
• Preparing and issuing invoices and financial statements.
• Submitting Land Registry applications and assisting with requisitions.
• Supporting with Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns.
• Assisting the wider Commercial Property team during peak periods with general administrative tasks.

What You'll Get

• Company pension scheme
• Group life assurance
• 26 days annual leave
• Ability to purchase up to 5 additional days of holiday
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Additional employee wellbeing benefits

What You'll Need

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems (e.g., LEAP)
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
• Previous experience in commercial conveyancing or property law (highly advantageous)

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.