Property Litigation Secretary

Confidential; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Confidential in London is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy Property Litigation team on a hybrid basis. The role focuses on providing PA support to a Partner and coordinating a demanding diary, with file management and client liaison.

You will prepare and format legal documents, handle Land Registry and Companies House checks, assist with billing and admin, and work closely with Counsel, clients, and third parties.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary within Property Litigation or a broader Litigation environment
• Strong PA and diary management experience
• Essential working knowledge of Land Registry and Companies House processes
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise a busy workload
• Strong communication skills and a professional client-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Proactive, practical, and solutions-focused mindset
• Strong document production skills; extensive audio typing not essential

Responsibilities

• Provide legal secretarial and PA support to a Property Litigation Partner and the wider team
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements
• Oversee inbox management and handle professional correspondence
• Prepare, amend, and format legal documents and client communications
• Open and close files, while maintaining accurate and organised records
• Liaise with clients, counsel, courts, and other third parties
• Carry out Land Registry searches and applications
• Manage Companies House searches and filings
• Support fee earners with billing, expenses, and general administration

Job description

Property Litigation Legal Secretary
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: London
- Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
- Working Pattern: Hybrid, with 2 days working from home
- Hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm in London, supporting a busy Property Litigation team. This Legal Secretary position will provide dedicated support to a Partner, while also assisting the wider department. It would suit a proactive and confident Legal Secretary who can work independently, manage a varied workload, and build strong working relationships across the team.

Day-to-day of the role

• Provide legal secretarial and PA support to a Property Litigation Partner and the wider team
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements
• Oversee inbox management and handle professional correspondence
• Prepare, amend, and format legal documents and client communications
• Open and close files, while maintaining accurate and organised records
• Liaise with clients, counsel, courts, and other third parties
• Carry out Land Registry searches and applications
• Manage Companies House searches and filings
• Support fee earners with billing, expenses, and general administration

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within Property Litigation or a broader Litigation environment
• Strong PA and diary management experience
• Essential working knowledge of Land Registry and Companies House processes
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Proactive, practical, and solutions-focused mindset
• Strong document production skills; extensive audio typing experience is not essential

Benefits

• Hybrid working, with 2 days working from home
• Competitive salary package with scope for exceptional candidates
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• Opportunity to join a stable and highly regarded legal team
• Supportive, collaborative, and straightforward working culture
• Chance to work closely with an experienced Partner in a successful practice area