Property Legal Secretary

Inventum Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the legal sector is seeking a Property Legal Secretary to join their London team. The role involves providing essential administrative support, managing property-related tasks, and ensuring smooth communication with clients and third parties. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a legal secretarial role, ideally within property, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a legal secretarial role.
• Strong understanding of commercial and/or high-value residential conveyancing.

Responsibilities

• Handling post-completion tasks including Land Registry and SDLT submissions.
• Coordinating property completions and liaising with clients, agents, and third parties.
• Preparing bills and processing payments.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

DocuSign

iManage

Smartsearch

Job description

Job Title: Property Legal Secretary

Location: London

Working type: Hybrid

Salary range: £35k-£40k

We are partnered with a Law Firm who are looking for a Property Legal Secretary to join their London team. As a Property Legal Secretary, you'll provide essential administrative and secretarial support, working closely with fee earners and other secretaries.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling post-completion tasks including Land Registry and SDLT submissions.

• Assisting with conflict checks, KYC processes and anti-money laundering procedures.

• Coordinating property completions and liaising with clients, agents, and third parties.

• Preparing bills and processing payments.

• Managing property searches and document filing.

• Conducting video verification calls with clients.

• Supporting with document production, formatting, and version control.

• Working within a rota to assist with telephone duties.

You will need:

• At least 2 years' experience in a legal secretarial role, ideally within a property team.

• A strong understanding of commercial and/or high-value residential conveyancing.

• Experience handling post-completion tasks including Land Registry and SDLT submissions.

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise under pressure.

• High-quality document production skills, including dictation and formatting.

• Confidence using platforms such as DocuSign, iManage, and Smartsearch.

• A professional, discreet, and proactive approach.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A collaborative mindset and keen attention to detail.

Inventum Group is passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply for vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics. If you require any adjustments to apply for a role with us, please let us know in whatever way suits you best. Inventum Group is a Recruitment and ED&I Consultancy Business.

Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.