Property Secretary

Crone Corkill; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in London is seeking a Property Secretary for their Central London office. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a property legal secretarial role and possess strong document production skills. You'll assist with various tasks including client onboarding and Land Registry applications, contributing to a collaborative team culture known for high-quality work. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm offering a permanent position with a competitive salary of up to £45,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a property legal secretarial role.
• Familiarity with Land Registry and SDLT processes.
• Detail-focused and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client onboarding, AML, KYC, and Land Registry applications.
• Handle dictations and support both administrative and legal tasks.

Skills

Document production skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in iManage

Proficiency in BigHand

Proficiency in Outlook

Proficiency in Excel

Job description

Overview

Property Secretary
Location: Central London
Hours: Full-time, office-based
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE

What you will do

• Assist with client onboarding, AML and KYC procedures, Land Registry applications, document preparation, engrossments, SDLT submissions, ordering searches, managing completions, preparing bills, and corresponding with clients, lenders, estate agents, and other solicitors.
• Handle dictations, assist with telephone duties, and support the team with both administrative and legal tasks as you develop.

What you’ll bring

• At least 2 years’ experience in a property legal secretarial role, with strong document production skills, familiarity with commercial and high-value residential workflows, and experience managing Land Registry and SDLT processes.
• Detail-focused, organised, confident managing multiple deadlines, and able to communicate professionally at all levels. Proficiency with tools such as iManage, BigHand, Outlook, and Excel is essential.

Why apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected London law firm with a long-standing reputation and a collaborative, supportive team culture. You’ll play a key role within a successful property practice known for high-quality work and strong client relationships.