Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd in St Albans is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Legal Secretary or Assistant to join a well-established law firm. The role is full-time and permanent, with an engaging and supportive working environment that supports a long-term career in commercial property.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, the ability to work independently, and prior secretarial experience in a legal or property setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar legal secretarial role, ideally in Commercial Property.
• Strong written and verbal communication with client-facing skills.
• Organised and able to prioritise deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial support including audio typing and document production.
• Handle a range of administrative duties within a busy Commercial Property department.
• Open new client files, prepare contracts, and manage cases using internal systems.
• Manage diaries, schedule appointments, coordinate meetings, and handle calls.
• Prepare and draft commercial property documentation and correspondence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agents, lenders, and the legal team.

Skills

Audio typing

Document production

Diary management

Client communication

Prior legal secretarial experience

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Commercial Property Legal Secretary or Assistant to join a well-established, full-service law firm at its St Albans office, thy are known for its excellent reputation and continued growth, the firm works with a wide variety of commercial clients across the region and offers an engaging and supportive working environment.

This is a full-time, permanent role suited to a motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong administrative skills and a desire to build a lasting career within commercial property support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing high-quality secretarial support including audio typing, document production and preparation
• Handling a range of administrative duties within a busy Commercial Property department
• Opening new client files, preparing contract packs, and managing cases using the firm's internal systems
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and handling telephone enquiries
• Preparing and drafting commercial property documentation and correspondence, including title documents, forms, and searches
• Communicating effectively with clients, estate agents, lenders, and supporting the wider legal team as needed

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• The ability to work independently, manage workload and prioritise deadlines effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a confident and professional telephone manner
• A high level of attention to detail and a commitment to providing outstanding client service
• Prior experience in a similar legal secretarial role, ideally within Commercial Property or another property-based area

If you're an organised and proactive individual looking for your next role within a respected and growing legal firm, we'd love to hear from you