Legal Secretary - 12M Real Estate FTC

Legal Secretary - 12M Real Estate FTC

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Ryder Reid

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide top-notch secretarial support to a dynamic Commercial Real Estate team.
  • Company: Join a prestigious, people-focused law firm in the heart of London.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and excellent firm benefits with hybrid working options.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Why this job: Be part of a growing team and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a Legal Secretary in Commercial Real Estate and strong organisational skills required.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Contract: 12 months. Working hours: Monday‑Friday, 09:30‑17:30. Hybrid working (3/2). Location: West End (London). Salary: Competitive + excellent firm benefits.

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with Commercial Real Estate experience, looking for a high quality FTC within a leading, people‑focused law firm? This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious West End firm, supporting a large and highly regarded Real Estate group at a key time of growth. The team is continuing to build out its Commercial Real Estate offering and is keen to bring in additional legal secretarial support to ensure the Partners and fee earners are fully supported. This role would suit a confident, proactive Legal Secretary who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment and takes pride in delivering first‑class support.

Responsibilities

  • Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Partners and fee earners within the Commercial Real Estate team
  • Managing complex diaries, meetings and travel arrangements
  • Preparing, amending and formatting legal documentation
  • Handling billing, expenses and file management
  • Supporting the wider team with ad‑hoc administrative tasks as required
  • Working closely with colleagues to ensure seamless support across the group

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Legal Secretary within Commercial Real Estate or Construction
  • Experience with BigHand
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Confident communication skills and a professional, client‑focused approach
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a large, collaborative team
  • A flexible and proactive attitude

Legal Secretary - 12M Real Estate FTC employer: Ryder Reid

Join a leading UK law firm that not only values your expertise in Commercial Real Estate but also fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture. With competitive salaries, hybrid working options, and clear pathways for professional growth, this firm is dedicated to nurturing talent and ensuring employees thrive in their careers while contributing to impactful projects.

Ryder Reid

Contact Details:

Ryder Reid Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Legal Secretary - 12M Real Estate FTC

Legal Secretarial Skills
Commercial Real Estate Experience
Diary Management
Meeting Coordination
Travel Arrangements
Document Preparation and Formatting
Billing and Expenses Management