Legal Secretary – Commercial Property
Sevenoaks
£25,000 - £30,000 DOE
Full time, permanent position
My client are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial Property Legal Secretary to join the team in Sevenoaks. The successful candidate will be supporting the commercial property department, providing admin support to fee earners.
Responsibilities
1. Assist solicitors with all aspects of commercial property transactions, including drafting correspondence, preparing legal documents, and managing client communications.
2. Maintain accurate and organized legal files, both in electronic and paper formats
3. Liaise with clients, external parties, and colleagues to coordinate meetings, appointments, and deadlines.
4. Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support case preparation and document drafting.
5. Handle incoming calls, emails, and inquiries in a professional and efficient manner, redirecting as necessary and ensuring timely responses.
6. Provide general administrative support to the commercial property department, such as photocopying, scanning, and filing documents.
About you
7. Previous experience working as a legal secretary, preferably in commercial property law.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.
9. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
10. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and data entry.
11. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
12. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.