Commercial Property Legal Secretary

Exciting Career Opportunity at a Renowned Worthing Firm!

Why Does This Opportunity Stand Out?

• Outstanding Reputation: The firm is renowned for its excellence and integrity.
• Family-Oriented Culture: They pride themselves on creating a supportive and welcoming environment where every team member feels valued.
• Commitment to Growth: opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package.

They are seeking a talented Legal Secretary to become a vital part of their award-winning conveyancing team at their Worthing office.

Key Duties

• Ensure the smooth flow of documents and correspondence in and out of the department.
• Type legal documents from handwritten notes or transcribe digital dictation.
• Scan, email, and fax correspondence and documents as required.
• Manage file handling, including opening and closing files and filing all relevant documents.
• Photocopy and prepare trial bundles.
• Answer the telephone, handle routine calls, and take new enquiries and messages.
• Manage the Fee Earner's diary, organizing internal and external meetings.
• Provide support to other secretaries in your department or across the firm as needed.
• Perform any other reasonable duties assigned from time to time.

Skills Required

• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Word; basic PowerPoint and Excel skills are useful. Experience with a Practice Management System is a plus.
• Strong telephone skills.

Personal Skills Required

• Interest in legal matters and understanding of confidentiality.
• Well-organised, careful, and conscientious approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, with good time management and prioritization.
• Clear speaking and writing.
• Good grammar and grasp of the English language, including spelling, punctuation, and sentence construction.
• Enjoyment of contact with others, with strong social skills, including tact, patience, understanding, and persuasiveness.
• Smart appearance.

Qualifications/Education Required

• Good standard of general education, especially in English.
• Numerate and literate.
• Word processing skills/qualification.
• Training as a legal secretary or a relevant qualification.

If you are looking for a role that combines professional growth with a supportive work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!