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Legal Secretary

2i Recruit Ltd
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with 3-5 years of experience in property law to support their Property Law team.
  • The role is based in Reading with a hybrid working option and involves managing complex diaries, drafting legal documents, and providing administrative support for property transactions.
  • The position offers a competitive salary with the potential for an annual bonus, along with a flexible benefits package that includes additional leave and healthcare options.
  • Candidates should possess strong document and diary management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication abilities.
  • This role provides an opportunity to work within a prestigious law firm that values ongoing professional development and fosters a supportive team culture.

Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to support their busy Property Law team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a prestigious law firm and provides a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The position is based in their Reading office, with the flexibility of hybrid working.

Company Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
  • Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible benefits package, including additional annual leave, cycle-to-work scheme, healthcare, and more.
  • Hybrid working environment.
  • A supportive and inclusive team culture focused on continuous development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and manage complex diaries for the Property team, schedule client meetings, hearings, and travel arrangements.
  • Draft, format, and proofread various legal documents and correspondence related to property transactions, including leases, contracts, and agreements.
  • Provide administrative support for property transactions, including preparing and reviewing documents, amending manuscripts, and handling compliance-related tasks.
  • Communicate directly with clients, external parties, surveyors, and agents in relation to property matters, ensuring all parties are updated and informed.
  • Organise and maintain document management systems, ensuring all property-related files are kept in order and compliant with regulations.
  • Organise and assist with property-related events such as meetings, closings, and property development projects.
  • Efficiently prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines, demonstrating flexibility in a fast-paced property law environment.
  • Handle all sensitive legal matters with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

  • 3-5 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally with a focus on property law or a similar field within a corporate or professional services environment.
  • Knowledge of property law, lease agreements, conveyancing, and real estate transactions is highly desirable.
  • Strong skills in document management and diary management; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal management software.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and professionals at all levels.
  • High attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of work.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple workloads, and remain organised in a high-pressure environment.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity at all times.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.