Legal Secretary - Property

The Institute of Legal Secretaries and PAs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A recognized law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for a part-time, fixed-term contract role. The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative support, manage diaries, and coordinate meetings within a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in a law firm, particularly within a property team. This position allows for hybrid working, with two days based in the office and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Experience in a law firm, supporting property teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to fee earners.
• Handle diary management and organize meetings.
• Audio typing, document production, and manage filing systems.

Skills

5+ years’ experience as a Legal Secretary

Experience supporting a commercial & residential property team

Job description

Salary 44,500 (pro rota),

The Firm

Our client is a well-regarded, L500 recognised law firm with a strong Real Estate practice. They are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their friendly and supportive team on a part-time, fixed-term contract basis.

The Opportunity

The successful Legal Secretary will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners across the Property department, helping ensure the smooth running of daily operations. Responsibilities include:

• General administration: file opening/closing, billing, document distribution
• Acting as a professional point of contact for clients and external parties
• Diary management and organising meetings, rooms, IT/AV and refreshments
• Handling calls, emails, voicemail and managing messages for the team
• Coordinating expenses, travel arrangements, and conference calls
• Audio typing, document production and managing filing systems
• Supporting Reception and assisting other secretaries during busy periods

This Legal Secretary opportunity is a part-time, fixed-term contract role, working 3 or 4 days, 9.30am - 5.30pm

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as a Legal Secretary
• Experience supporting a commercial & residential property team within a law firm (essential)

Vacancy Highlights

• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent benefits
• Hybrid working (2 days office based)

To be considered for this Legal Secretary opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.