At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide secretarial support and manage legal documentation for a busy in-house team.
- Company: Join a supportive legal team in Southend-On-Sea, Essex.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and exposure to diverse property law matters.
- Other info: Perfect for those looking to grow their career in a fast-paced legal setting.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in property law while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Previous legal secretary experience and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their in‑house legal team in Southend‑On‑Sea, Essex. This role will support a busy department specialising in landlord and tenant and property law, providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support while contributing to both day‑to‑day case management and wider business projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide full secretarial support to the Head of Legal and wider team
- Audio typing, copy typing, and transcription of legal documents
- Draft, prepare, and engross legal documentation for service
- Open new files, maintain accurate records, and prepare files for completion
- Manage diaries, deadlines, and court directions
- Support day‑to‑day case management including post‑completion correspondence
- Liaise with solicitors, leaseholders, and internal departments to progress matters efficiently
- Act as a professional first point of contact for incoming calls and queries
- Assist with high‑volume legal projects, including lease variations and related transactions
- Support billing processes and invoicing on completed matters
- Undertake legal and general research tasks as required
- Archive and maintain files in line with company procedures
Requirements / Skills / Experience
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within property or landlord and tenant law
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficient audio typing skills
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner
Package / Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive in‑house legal team
- Exposure to a wide range of property and landlord and tenant matters
Contact Details:
Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Legal Secretary - In-House Conveyancing
Audio Typing
Copy Typing
Transcription of Legal Documents
Drafting Legal Documentation
File Management
Diary Management
Case Management
