Job Title:

Legal Secretary - Residential & Commercial Property - Christchurch

Salary:

£28,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location:

Christchurch, Dorset

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Your next move could be right on your doorstep!

An established and well-respected law firm in Christchurch is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join its friendly Property team. If you enjoy the pace of conveyancing and want to work somewhere you're valued, this could be the one.

The Role

You'll provide first-class secretarial and administrative support to the property fee earners, working on a varied mix of residential and commercial transactions. You'll be a key part of the team, helping to keep files moving and clients happy.

• Typing and formatting legal documents, correspondence and reports (audio and copy typing)
• Supporting residential and commercial property matters from instruction through to completion
• Preparing and processing documents, including Land Registry applications and SDLT forms
• Managing diaries, post, emails and telephone enquiries
• Opening, maintaining and closing files accurately
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors
• Supporting AML and compliance procedures

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, with a good working knowledge of both residential and commercial property
• Confident with legal terminology, procedures and document production
• Excellent typing speed and accuracy, with a keen eye for detail
• Experience of a legal case management system
• A confident, professional telephone manner
• Well organised and able to juggle priorities and deadlines
• A positive, team-minded approach

What's on Offer

• Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
• A friendly, supportive team and a settled working environment
• Convenient Christchurch location
• [Holiday entitlement / pension / free parking / early finish Fridays - add any that apply]
• Genuine long-term career stability