Position Title: Legal Secretary – Commercial/Residential Property
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £31,720 per annum
Reference: BH-37017
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent
About The Firm:
My client is a well-established law firm that has been providing expert legal services since the 1900s. With a strong reputation for excellence, the firm is ranked highly in both the Legal 500 and Chambers legal directories. They offer a comprehensive range of legal services to both individuals and businesses, delivering practical and tailored legal solutions.
Position Overview:
My client is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Commercial/Residential Property Team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, ensuring the smooth running of the department. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a professional approach to client service.
Key Responsibilities:
• Transcribe and produce correspondence and documentation requested by fee earners via digital dictation and Outlook, ensuring accuracy and correct formatting.
• Handle all general conveyancing duties, including:
• Preparation of contract packs.
• Ordering property searches.
• Preparing and submitting SDLT forms.
• Submitting applications to HMLR.
• Open and close client files as instructed by fee earners.
• Produ...