Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE
Location: Leeds – hybrid working
Hours: Monday–Friday, flexible working hours available
Type: Full-time, Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy Real Estate team. You’ll provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to lawyers working across a varied range of commercial and residential property matters, while helping to maintain excellent client relationships.
The Role
You’ll provide day-to-day support to fee earners, helping to keep matters organised and ensuring a high standard of service.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Providing audio and copy typing support across acquisitions, disposals, leases, refinancing and development matters
- Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
- Assisting with leases, contracts, transfer deeds, reports on title, completion statements and Land Registry applications
- Managing electronic files and maintaining accurate document records
- Supporting billing, financial reporting and credit control
- Diary management and general organisational support for lawyers
- Handling basic client enquiries and escalating matters where appropriate
- Managing incoming correspondence and prioritising urgent requests
- Building strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders
- Providing general administrative support across the team when required
About You
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary is essential
- Experience within Real Estate, Commercial Property or Conveyancing would be advantageous
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital dictation
- Fast and accurate typing skills
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Confident working independently and using your own initiative
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to manage a busy workload and meet tight deadlines
- Professional, discreet and confident when dealing with confidential information
- Friendly, approachable and able to build strong relationships
- A collaborative and adaptable team player
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a professional and supportive team, with hybrid working and flexible hours available.