Legal Secretary – Commercial Property

We are a well-established and expanding law firm seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our dynamic Commercial Property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to become part of a friendly, supportive, and highly respected firm that is genuinely committed to investing in its people.

Role Overview

Working closely with experienced fee earners, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to ensure the efficient progression of commercial conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence and documentation.
• Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and forms.
• Managing files using the Tikit case management system.
• Conducting Land Registry searches and submitting applications.
• Maintaining file checklists and ensuring compliance with regulatory procedures.
• Supporting Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and client onboarding processes.
• Preparing completion statements, invoices, and transfer documents.
• Liaising professionally with clients, agents, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and handling enquiries efficiently.
• Providing general administrative and secretarial assistance to the Commercial team.
• Offering reception cover as required.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary within a conveyancing or property department.
• Strong audio typing and document production skills with high accuracy.
• Familiarity with commercial conveyancing procedures.
• Experience using legal case management systems, ideally Tikit.
• Exceptional organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• A professional, positive attitude and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

What We Offer

• 23 days’ annual leave plus your birthday off to celebrate.
• Additional holiday entitlement accruing with length of service.
• Company pension scheme.
• Company sick pay provision.
• Long service awards recognising your commitment.
• Access to free or subsidised legal services.
• Ongoing training and professional development support.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers and flu vaccination vouchers.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Monthly dress-down day.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment offering genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

This is a superb opportunity for a Legal Secretary seeking to join a respected firm where your contributions will be valued and your career nurtured for continued development.

If you are interested in the above role, please call Sam Oliver on 0121 368 1833 or forward your most recent CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk.

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