Legal Secretary - Commercial Property

Clear IT Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cambridge is seeking a Legal Secretary to support the Commercial Property department. The role involves providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support, managing documents, and ensuring excellent service to clients. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience and strong organizational abilities. This position offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical cover

Discretionary bonus

Paid volunteer/charity day

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Excellent document management and formatting skills.
• Fast and accurate typing; digital dictation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to fee earners.
• Manage documentation and ensure accuracy in legal correspondence.
• Coordinate meetings and travel arrangements.

Skills

Document management

Fast typing

Organizational skills

Effective communication

IT proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

My client, one of the UK s leading law firms, with over 100 years experience of successfully representing clients, are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their Commercial Property department in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and organised individual who enjoys supporting a fast-paced team, working across a range of property transactions and contributing to the smooth running of a well-established practice.

You ll be joining a friendly and collaborative environment that values teamwork, accuracy, and initiative. The firm offers modern systems, structured training, and a genuine focus on employee wellbeing and career growth.

The Role

Working within a team-based support structure, you ll assist fee earners across the Commercial Property department to ensure that work is delivered efficiently and clients receive an excellent service experience.

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners.
• Managing documents, including drafting, formatting, version control, and proof-reading legal correspondence and reports.
• Audio and copy typing of letters, contracts, and legal documentation.
• Conducting ID checks, file opening, and preparing client care documentation.
• Managing electronic and paper filing systems, scanning, and pagination.
• Coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Supporting the smooth progression of property transactions by liaising with clients, solicitors, and external stakeholders.

About You

You ll be a highly organised, motivated, and detail-oriented individual who enjoys taking ownership of tasks and ensuring deadlines are met. This position would suit someone with prior experience supporting fee earners in a property or commercial law setting.

• At least 1 years experience as a Legal Secretary, within any area of law.
• Excellent document management and formatting skills, including numbering and amending large legal documents.
• Fast, accurate typing (digital dictation experience preferred).
• Strong IT skills, with confidence using case management and Microsoft Office systems.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Positive, professional communication style and team-oriented mindset.

What s on offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell additional leave.
• Discretionary bonus and profit share scheme.
• Private medical cover and wellbeing support.
• Paid volunteer/charity day each year.
• Discounts and perks scheme.
• Clear opportunities for progression within a supportive and collaborative firm.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.