Job description
A long-established, highly respected Legal 500 firm in Lewes are looking to recruit a dedicated Legal Secretary to join its busy Commercial Property team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. The role is highly likely to be extended to 18 months and could become permanent for the right candidate.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and supportive firm that genuinely values hard work, commitment, and professionalism. If you have previous experience supporting a property team (whether commercial or residential) and you're looking for your next role within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect next step for you.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will be joining a high-performing Commercial Property team and will be responsible for delivering full secretarial and administrative support to fee earners.
Your daily responsibilities will include:
- Audio typing and dictation of legal documents
- Preparing and amending contracts, leases, and completion statements
- Opening, closing, and maintaining client files (both physical and digital)
- Performing Land Registry and Companies House searches
- Assisting with SDLT forms and other transactional documentation
- Managing diaries and coordinating appointments
- Liaising professionally with clients, solicitors, estate agents, and other third parties
- Handling telephone and email enquiries efficiently
- General administrative duties such as scanning, photocopying, and filing
- At least 1 year of legal secretarial experience in commercial or residential property
- Excellent audio typing and digital dictation skills
- Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
- A confident and professional communicator
- IT literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems
What’s on Offer:
- Salary up to £28,000
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- An excellent opportunity to gain long-term experience in a Commercial Property team
- Potential for the role to become permanent
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