Job Description
A modern, fast-growing law firm. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch. As part of our continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Residential Property Secretary/Assistant to join our friendly and professional team.
The role
As a property secretary, you will support a highly experienced team that deals with a broad caseload of Residential and Commercial Property matters. The caseload will include - Sales and purchases of freehold and leasehold properties, Re-mortgages, Lease extensions and Transfers of equity. Duties will be varied and will include preparing legal documents, answering and handling queries over the phone, administration of matters using our case management system.
The ideal candidate must be highly organised, have previously worked in a similar role, be a team player and an excellent communicator.
Experience, skills and attributes
A legal secretary with experience in supporting a team of Property Lawyers
Touch, audio and digital dictation typing (preferably 60 WPM)
Production of letters and legal documents
Handling incoming telephone queries
General office duties such as photocopying, filing, scanning
Reception support as required
Excellent interpersonal skills
High level of attention to detail
IT literacy - Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills
Enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment
Salary is competitive and negotiable, depending on experience
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
