We are seeking an experienced and proactive Commercial Property Legal Secretary to join our busy and well-established team in Canterbury. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable legal secretary who enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial environment and providing high-quality support to fee earners.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing full secretarial and administrative support to commercial property fee earners
* Preparing, amending and formatting legal documents and correspondence
* Managing files from opening to closing, including electronic and paper filing
* Handling Land Registry applications and SDLT returns
* Managing diaries, arranging meetings and dealing with client enquiries
* Liaising with clients, agents and other solicitors in a professional manner
* Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
Requirements
* Previous experience as a legal secretary, ideally within commercial property
* Strong typing, document production and IT skills
* Excellent organisation and time management abilities
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team