Legal Secretary

Lloyd Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Legal Secretary in Reigate to provide secretarial support, manage correspondence, and assist with property transactions. Ideal candidates will demonstrate organisational skills, attention to detail, and a professional approach. Experience in property is preferred but not essential. The role offers a salary between £16,500 and £17,500, with parking costs reimbursed.

Benefits

Parking costs reimbursed

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal secretary (property/conveyancing experience desirable).
• Strong typing and IT skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners.
• Preparing and formatting legal documents.
• Managing diaries, arranging appointments, and coordinating meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

Legal Secretary. Part time: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Hours: 9.00-5.00pm (21 hours a week). Salary £16,500 - £17,500. Parking costs are reimbursed.

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary, looking for a permanent part time role local to Reigate? If you have property experience that’d be great, but they are happy to cross train someone from another legal background.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with excellent organisational skills, a strong eye for detail, and a professional approach to supporting fee earners in conveyancing and property-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners.
• Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, correspondence, and forms.
• Managing diaries, arranging appointments, and coordinating meetings.
• Handling telephone and email enquiries in a professional manner.
• Maintaining and updating client files and case management systems.
• Assisting with property transactions, including Land Registry applications and SDLT forms.

About You

• Previous experience as a legal secretary (property/conveyancing experience desirable).
• Strong typing and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.
• Professional, discreet, and client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to £500

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