Property Litigation Legal Secretary
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: London
- Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
- Working Pattern: Hybrid, with 2 days working from home
- Hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm in London, supporting a busy Property Litigation team. This Legal Secretary position will provide dedicated support to a Partner, while also assisting the wider department. It would suit a proactive and confident Legal Secretary who can work independently, manage a varied workload, and build strong working relationships across the team.
Day-to-day of the role
- Provide legal secretarial and PA support to a Property Litigation Partner and the wider team
- Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements
- Oversee inbox management and handle professional correspondence
- Prepare, amend, and format legal documents and client communications
- Open and close files, while maintaining accurate and organised records
- Liaise with clients, counsel, courts, and other third parties
- Carry out Land Registry searches and applications
- Manage Companies House searches and filings
- Support fee earners with billing, expenses, and general administration
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within Property Litigation or a broader Litigation environment
- Strong PA and diary management experience
- Essential working knowledge of Land Registry and Companies House processes
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
- Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
- Proactive, practical, and solutions-focused mindset
- Strong document production skills; extensive audio typing experience is not essential
Benefits
- Hybrid working, with 2 days working from home
- Competitive salary package with scope for exceptional candidates
- Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
- Opportunity to join a stable and highly regarded legal team
- Supportive, collaborative, and straightforward working culture
- Chance to work closely with an experienced Partner in a successful practice area
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