Legal Secretary - Real Estate

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Posted 4 days ago, valid for a month

Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5FD

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary/Assistant to join our modern law firm, offering both part-time and full-time opportunities.
The position comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with the option for hybrid working.
Candidates should have experience in residential or commercial property law, with a focus on managing documents and correspondence efficiently.
A good standard of education is required, along with strong IT skills, particularly in Word, and legal secretary training is preferred.
The ideal candidate should be well-organized, have excellent communication skills, and be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Exciting New Opportunity - Part-Time or Full-time Legal Secretary/Assistant

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Legal Secretary/Assistant to join our modern and forward-thinking law firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that offers a competitive salary, a wonderful benefits package, and the flexibility of hybrid working. If you’re looking for part-time hours or a role with flexible working, we would love to hear from you. Experience in residential or commercial property law is of interest.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure smooth flow of documents and correspondence in and out of the department.
Type legal documents from hand-written notes or digital dictation.
Scan, email, and fax correspondence and documents as required.
Manage file opening, closing, and filing of all relevant documents.
Prepare photocopies and trial bundles.
Answer routine phone calls, take messages, and manage new enquiries.
Organize internal and external meetings by managing Fee Earner diaries.
Undertake online searches (TM / Search Choice).
General typing, including completion statements, searches, and Land Registry forms.
Provide support to other secretaries across the firm, as needed.
Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Specialist Skills Required:

Excellent IT skills, particularly in Word. Basic PowerPoint and Excel knowledge would be useful.
Experience working with Practice Management Systems is an advantage.
Strong telephone skills and professional communication.

Personal Skills Required:

Interest in legal matters and commitment to confidentiality.
Well-organised, conscientious, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
Strong grammar and communication skills, both spoken and written.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Enjoy interacting with others, displaying tact, patience, and understanding.
Professional appearance.

Qualifications & Education:

Good standard of general education, especially in English.
Numerate and literate with strong word processing skills/qualifications.
Legal secretary training or a relevant qualification is preferred.

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