Legal Secretary - Commercial Property DivisionCanterbury (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 departmentHandle client queries and prepare correspondence and documentsManage file administration, including opening, closing, and archiving client filesAssist with commercial sale and purchase transactionsProduce documents such as lease extensions, deeds, completion statements, and Land Registry formsHandle Stamp Duty Land Tax requirementsLiaise with clients and agents as necessaryMaintain and coordinate Partner's diary appointmentsSupport the secretarial teamComply with the firm’s relevant policies and procedures
Requirements:
Experience in a similar role, preferably in a law firmExcellent organisational and communication skillsStrong attention to detailProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamWillingness 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.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience.
If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Do not hesitate to contact us about this or any other roles. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £25k - 26k per year + benefits
Posted: 2025-06-19 08:45:38
Private Client Solicitor (Wills/Trusts/LPAs)£negotiable based on PQE Experience Corby and WellingboroughPermanent – Part or Full-Time, Office based or HybridThis leading, highly regarded and award winning Legal 500 law firm are expanding and now requiring a Solicitor to join their successful, friendly, and supportive teams within Family and Childcare Law.With continued expansion and development of their Leicester office they are looking for Private Client Solicitor with the drive and determination to develop their own case load and career.RequirementsThey are considering individuals with a range of experience but are ideally looking for someone who is 2- 3 years PQE.
You will need to be competent at working independently and handling your own caseload but will also benefit from the guidance and support of the wider Private Client teams covering Northamptonshire and Leicestershire.
They are committed to the development of their staff with defined career plans in place and a fantastic team culture to lead to Associate/Senior and Junior Partner opportunities..This is a role where your voice will be heard, with genuine scope for a challenging, but supported career.
On top of that, you’ll have first-class support from their award-winning Marketing Team, to assist with business development opportunities.Responsibilities:You will help look after people, their affairs, and their wealth.
You’ll handle the whole range of:
WillsTrustsLPAsComplex Estates & administrationProbateEstate & inheritance planning
A strong team ethic, attention to detail, willingness to bring others on, a desire to make a difference and a passion for working with a smile are essential!The firm offer a huge amount of support, great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and also flexible working.Benefits:
Option to join the pension scheme where we will match up to 4% contribution.BUPA (certain positions only).Permanent Health Insurance, also known as Group Income Protection (certain positions only) which pays a percentage of salary after 6 months of sickness absence.Regular Long Service AwardsDiscounted Health Club and Gym MembershipsOther flexible benefits such as discounted gym membership, the option to purchase additional annual leave, Health Screening, Retail Discounts Scheme and more.Competitive holiday entitlement that rises with length of service.Death in Service benefit (after qualifying period) paying 3 x salary.Paid Volunteer LeaveSalary Sacrifice Scheme which provides a tax-efficient way to get a new car.
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.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience.
If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Do not hesitate to contact us about this or any other roles. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Corby
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £negotiable dependent on experience)
Posted: 2025-06-17 12:30:28