Commercial Property Legal Secretary Canterbury £25,000-£28,000 Full-time, office-based Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in Commercial Property or Residential Conveyancing? A well-established and highly regarded law firm in Canterbury is looking for a driven and adaptable Commercial Property Legal Secretary to join its friendly property team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an approachable Partner and experienced lawyers within a supportive firm that offers a positive working environment and genuine opportunities to develop your career. The role Working within a close-knit team of four, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Partner and fee earners. Your responsibilities will include:
Audio typing and digital dictation
Opening and closing client files
Preparing and producing property documentation
Assisting with lease extensions and deeds
Handling Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and submissions
Ordering property searches
Obtaining documents and information from Companies House
Liaising professionally with clients, estate agents and other third parties
Coordinating the Partner's diary and appointments
Providing general administrative support to keep matters progressing efficiently
About you Previous experience within a property department is highly desirable, whether your background is in Commercial Property or Residential Conveyancing. You will ideally have:
Previous Legal Secretary experience within property/conveyancing
Strong audio typing and document-production skills
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Confident communication skills when dealing with clients and third parties
The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy legal environment
A proactive, adaptable and driven approach
A professional and collaborative manner
What's on offer?
£25,000-£28,000 salary
9am-5pm working hours
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Holiday entitlement increasing to 26 days after two years
Standard pension
Perkbox benefits
Fully paid firm-wide events and social activities
System training
Genuine opportunities for progression
Friendly, supportive working environment
Approachable Partners and a collaborative open-plan office
This is a fully office-based position in Canterbury. There is no on-site parking, although nearby Park & Ride facilities and train connections make the office accessible. Interested? If you are an experienced Property Legal Secretary looking for your next opportunity with a supportive and established Canterbury firm, apply today for immediate consideration. Commercial Property experience isn't essential - experienced Residential Conveyancing Legal Secretaries are also strongly encouraged to apply.
