Legal Secretary - Commercial Property

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

• Assist solicitors with all aspects of commercial property transactions, including drafting correspondence, preparing legal documents, and managing client communications.
• Maintain accurate and organized legal files, both in electronic and paper formats
• Liaise with clients, external parties, and colleagues to coordinate meetings, appointments, and deadlines.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support case preparation and document drafting.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and inquiries in a professional and efficient manner, redirecting as necessary and ensuring timely responses.
• Provide general administrative support to the commercial property department, such as photocopying, scanning, and filing documents.

About you

• Previous experience working as a legal secretary, preferably in commercial property law.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and data entry.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

For further information, please contact Lydia Walker on 07720945185 or

I recruit for legal support roles across Kent, Surrey & Sussex so if this opportunity isn’t quite right, please get in touch to discuss other options