Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Commercial Property Legal Assistant

• Salary: £25,000- £30,000 (dependant on experience- negotiable)
• Location: Canterbury or Margate
• Job Type: Full-time

We are currently seeking a Commercial Property Legal Assistant to join a dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to support their busy Commercial Property department. 

With a proud heritage spanning over 200 years, this is a highly respected and award-winning law firm serving clients across Kent. Renowned for its approachable culture and commitment to excellence, the firm offers a dynamic and supportive environment where legal professionals can thrive. Specialising in a wide range of practice areas combined with traditional values with modern legal expertise to deliver outstanding client care and career development opportunities.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage all tasks assigned by the Principal or Line Manager in accordance with the firm’s Office Manual, procedures, and quality standards.
• Represent the Principal in interactions with clients and professionals, providing support in a professional, courteous, and client-focused manner.
• Ensure full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrate the ability to handle a broad and complex workload with initiative and minimal supervision, within defined parameters.
• Exhibit a fee earner-level understanding and undertake fee earning duties where appropriate.
• Consistently deliver high standards of client care, addressing any complaints promptly and professionally.
• Respond to routine client enquiries and communications efficiently and effectively.
• Foster positive working relationships within the firm and with external stakeholders.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and professional communication with colleagues across the firm.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents using word processing and case management systems.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required to support the team and firm.
• Participate in training and development activities as needed, taking responsibility for personal growth and learning.
• Always ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally within commercial property.
• Demonstrates excellent communication abilities and effective teamwork, with a professional and approachable manner when engaging with clients and colleagues.
• Plans and prioritises workload efficiently, managing time effectively while remaining adaptable to the changing needs of the organisation.
• Exercises sound judgement and initiative in daily tasks, escalating issues appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Shows potential to contribute to the growth of the business and support the development of others over time.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus paid bank holidays
• We close down our offices between Christmas and New Year
• We believe working from home can be effective and in being flexible, so have established a permanent and occasional working from home policy
• Free conveyancing on your residential property for all those who have been employed for over 6 months
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Car parking and season ticket loans