Legal Secretary - Commercial Property Division

Canterbury (Office Based)

£25000-£26000 + benefits

Our client, a reputable law firm with several offices in East Kent and is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Commercial Property department based in Canterbury.

The firm has been successfully providing legal services for commercial, family, and individual clients since 1881, and they pride themselves on building strong relationships with their clients based on positive values such as excellence, trust, mutual respect, and care.

As a Legal Secretary in the Commercial Property department, you will be providing full support to the Partner and department, handling client queries, and preparing correspondence and documents both self-generated and transcribed from digital dictation.

You will also be responsible for file administration, including opening, closing, and archiving client files, as well as assisting with all aspects of commercial sale and purchase transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full support to the Partner and department
• Handle client queries and prepare correspondence and documents
• Manage file administration, including opening, closing, and archiving client files
• Assist with commercial sale and purchase transactions
• Produce documents such as lease extensions, deeds, completion statements, and Land Registry forms
• Handle Stamp Duty Land Tax requirements
• Liaise with clients and agents as necessary
• Maintain and coordinate Partner's diary appointments
• Support the secretarial team
• Comply with the firm’s relevant policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role, preferably in a law firm
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and develop

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable law firm with a rich history and strong values.

If you are a Legal Secretary with experience in Commercial Property, please apply with your CV and a covering letter.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for personal and professional development.

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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