Real Estate Legal Secretary
1 day ago
Bradford
Legal Secretary - Real Estate Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE Location: Leeds - hybrid working Hours: Monday-Friday, flexible working hours available Type: Full-time, Permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy Real Estate team. You'll provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to lawyers working across a varied range of commercial and residential property matters, while helping to maintain excellent client relationships. The Role You'll provide day-to-day support to fee earners, helping to keep matters organised and ensuring a high standard of service. Key responsibilities will include: Providing audio and copy typing support across acquisitions, disposals, leases, refinancing and development matters Preparing correspondence and legal documentation Assisting with leases, contracts, transfer deeds, reports on title, completion statements and Land Registry applications Managing electronic files and maintaining accurate document records Supporting billing, financial reporting and credit control Diary management and general organisational support for lawyers Handling basic client enquiries and escalating matters where appropriate Managing incoming correspondence and prioritising urgent requests Building strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders Providing general administrative support across the team when required About You Previous experience as a Legal Secretary is essential Experience within Real Estate, Commercial Property or Conveyancing would be advantageous Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital dictation Fast and accurate typing skills Excellent organisation and attention to detail Confident working independently and using your own initiative Strong communication and interpersonal skills Able to manage a busy workload and meet tight deadlines Professional, discreet and confident when dealing with confidential information Friendly, approachable and able to build strong relationships A collaborative and adaptable team player This is a great opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a professional and supportive team, with hybrid working and flexible hours available. 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