Legal Secretary - Banking & Property

Honeycomb Jobs; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Annual leave 22 days

Job summary

Honeycomb invites a capable Legal Secretary to support solicitors in the Commercial Property & Banking team. You will manage confidential documents, dictation, and correspondence in a busy, professional setting within a renowned Irish law firm.

Applicants should have at least two years of legal secretarial experience, with strong IT skills and an organised, proactive approach to multi-tasking; hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' legal secretarial experience is essential.
• Experience in Commercial Property and/or Banking is advantageous.
• Strong IT and organisation skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal secretarial support to Solicitors in the Commercial Property & Banking Department.
• Transcribe digital dictation and prepare correspondence and legal documents.
• Format, file and store documents electronically on the practice management system.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

IT skills

Time management

Job description

The Job

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading and established legal practice in a varied Legal Secretary position. Working closely with Solicitors within the Commercial Property & Banking Department, you will provide comprehensive legal secretarial and administrative support across a busy and fast-paced environment.

The role will suit an experienced Legal Secretary who is highly organised, detail-focused, and confident managing multiple priorities. Previous experience within Commercial Property and Banking would be highly advantageous, but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a professional and highly respected legal environment.

The Company

This well-established and highly regarded law firm has built a strong reputation within the Irish legal market and offers a professional, collaborative, and supportive working environment.

The firm provides a broad range of legal services to a diverse client base and is committed to delivering a high standard of service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to become an integral part of a busy Commercial Property & Banking team.

Package/Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• 22 days annual leave, plus additional office closures
• Hybrid working
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Social events throughout the year
• Monday - Friday working pattern
• Professional and collaborative working environment
• Varied role supporting a busy Commercial Property & Banking team
• Excellent opportunity to develop legal sector experience
• Long-term career progression opportunities

The Role

• Providing comprehensive legal secretarial support to Solicitors within the Commercial Property & Banking Department
• Transcribing digital dictation and preparing correspondence and legal documentation
• Formatting, filing, and electronically storing documents on the firm's practice management system
• Providing general administrative and invoicing support
• Preparing and arranging the registration of Land Registry and Registry of Deeds documentation, including use of the Property Registration Authority website
• Assisting with Requisitions on Title and scheduling title documents
• Preparing Contracts for Sale and associated documentation
• Preparing closing documentation, including Family Home and Section 72 Declarations
• Providing occasional reception cover
• Assisting with overflow secretarial work across the wider team as required

The Person

• Minimum of two years' legal secretarial experience is essential
• Previous Commercial Property and/or Banking experience would be highly advantageous
• Experience working within a fast-paced professional or legal environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Very strong IT and systems capability
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple activities simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Solicitors and colleagues at all levels
• Proactive approach with the ability to use initiative and manage time efficiently
• Strong digital dictation skills
• Professional, reliable, and able to work effectively under pressure

If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss.

Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.

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