Legal Secretary

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading North West law firm as a Legal Assistant / Executive Administrator in their Commercial Property team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to advance their legal career while supporting fee earners with various tasks. You'll be responsible for file administration, document production, and client liaison, all within a collaborative environment. The firm values attention to detail and organizational skills, providing a supportive atmosphere for growth and development. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a reputable firm, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee bonus scheme

Pension

Death in service benefit

Medicash health plan

Holiday entitlement increases with service

Paid volunteering days

Enhanced maternity pay

Hybrid working

Training and career development

Social events

Qualifications

• 6-12 months' experience in Conveyancing, Residential, or Commercial property.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer files, including opening, closing, and archiving.
• Prepare files for fee earners and manage billing with clients.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and office procedures.

Skills

Legal support experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Commercial mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Legal Assistant / Executive Administrator - Commercial Property

We're working alongside a leading North West law firm, recruiting an Legal Assistant / Executive Administrator to join their Commercial Property team. Based in Preston, you’ll support fee earners on various commercial property matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to grow their legal career in a highly regarded firm.

Responsibilities include:

1. Administer files (hard copy and SOS), including opening, closing, archiving, and data updates
2. Prepare files for fee earners upon request
3. Produce and file documents, copies, and scans
4. Review departmental finances, liaise with clients on payments, manage billing, and coordinate with Finance
5. Ensure file compliance with regulatory standards and office procedures
6. Draft and issue correspondence as instructed by fee earners
7. Attend meetings and take minutes when required
8. Handle team calls, ensuring messages are passed promptly
9. Manage diaries for team events and meetings, including booking and preparing materials
10. Train new administrators as needed
11. Liaise with other departments regarding operational issues
12. Assist with general office administration, including reception, post, scanning, and archiving deeds

What we need from you:

• 6-12 months' legal support experience in Conveyancing, Residential, or Commercial property
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• A commercial mindset and ability to work under pressure

The Perks:

• Employee bonus scheme and pension
• Death in service benefit and Medicash health plan
• Free conveyancing and Wills for your primary residence
• Holiday entitlement increases with service
• Paid volunteering days
• Enhanced maternity pay and extended leave
• Salary sacrifice schemes (parking, tech, cycle, electric car)
• Hybrid working, office amenities, and social events
• Recognition awards, promotion, and salary reviews
• Company equipment and Office 365 access
• Training and career development
• Festive and social events, employee referral bonuses

Interested? Apply now or contact Jack Lloyd directly at [emailprotected].