Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Simpson Judge; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected Legal 500 firm is seeking a proactive Commercial Property Legal Secretary to join their expanding team in Chester. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, providing essential secretarial and administrative support to a dynamic Commercial Property team. You'll be responsible for drafting legal documents, managing client files, and facilitating smooth communication within the department. If you have a passion for commercial property law and are looking for a new challenge, this position could be the perfect fit for you, offering a competitive salary and a chance to grow your career in a prestigious firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a Legal Secretary in commercial property law.
• Strong typing and audio transcription skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to the Commercial Property team.
• Manage client files and ensure accurate information.
• Organise appointments and handle communications efficiently.

Skills

Typing Skills

Audio Transcription

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Client-Focused Attitude

Tools

MS Office

Legal Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Location: Chester (Hybrid – Work from Home Once a Week)

Salary: Dependent on Experience

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Minimum Experience Required: 6 Months

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in commercial property?

A highly respected Legal 500 firm based in Chester is seeking a talented and proactive Commercial Property Legal Secretary to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a prestigious firm that offers competitive salary packages and a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Commercial Property team, including drafting and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Manage client files, ensuring all information is accurate and up-to-date.
• Organise and manage appointments, meetings, and conference calls.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications efficiently and professionally.
• Maintain and manage legal databases and documentation systems.
• Liaise with clients, third parties, and colleagues to facilitate the smooth running of the department.
• Support fee earners with day-to-day case management, ensuring deadlines are met.

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of 6 months' experience working as a Legal Secretary, ideally within commercial property law.
• Strong typing and audio transcription skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal management software.
• A proactive, professional, and client-focused attitude.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary with a passion for commercial property law and are looking for a new challenge with an excellent firm, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact us Jess Cole on the details below:

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