Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their in-house legal team in Southend-On-Sea, Essex.
This role will support a busy department specialising in landlord and tenant and property law, providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support while contributing to both day-to-day case management and wider business projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide full secretarial support to the Head of Legal and wider team
• Audio typing, copy typing, and transcription of legal documents
• Draft, prepare, and engross legal documentation for service
• Open new files, maintain accurate records, and prepare files for completion
• Manage diaries, deadlines, and court directions
• Support day-to-day case management including post-completion correspondence
• Liaise with solicitors, leaseholders, and internal departments to progress matters efficiently
• Act as a professional first point of contact for incoming calls and queries
• Assist with high-volume legal projects, including lease variations and related transactions
• Support billing processes and invoicing on completed matters
• Undertake legal and general research tasks as required
• Archive and maintain files in line with company procedures
Requirements / Skills / Experience:
• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within property or landlord and tenant law
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient audio typing skills
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner
Package / Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive in-house legal team
• Exposure to a wide range of property and landlord and tenant matters
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
