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Legal Assistant - Property Chichester, West Sussex Full-time - Hybrid working Modern regional law expanding across West Sussex, seeking an enthusiastic assistant for a fantastic property department One of the region's practices with a modern inclusive environment and management who do actually care about their staff! With new offices opening more recently, it's a firm heading in the right direction. They take progressive approach and are committed to a supportive internal culture. Unlike traditional firms, they operate a modern, paper-lite environment and have maintained a strong reputation for Lexcel-accredited excellence and client care too. Where you fit in: Come and join a close-knit Property Department, providing essential support to Fee Earners across both Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property transactions. If you're a friendly proactive type, keen to work in a small collaborative team and contribute to their success then look no further. Whether you're and experienced assistant/secretary looking for long term stability or more focused on building expertise this would be a great opportunity. What you'll be doing: Providing high-level administrative and secretarial support across the full property lifecycle. Engaging professionally with clients and third parties to ensure seamless service delivery. Maintaining file compliance in line with Lexcel standards and internal procedures. Utilising digital systems to support a paperless workflow. What's in it for you: Competitive salary based on experience. Performance-based bonus scheme. Hybrid working flexibility. Private healthcare benefit scheme. Car parking costs covered (a must have in Chichester!) What you'll bring: Proven experience within a Property Department, covering both Residential and Commercial sectors (either/ or is ok!). Strong IT skills with the ability to work effectively in a digital/paper-lite office. Good communication skills and a client-focused mindset. Excellent organisation with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently while supporting the wider team. For further details contact Gary GM Legal today, or simply apply online today!

We are working with a well-established and growing law firm based in Basingstoke, currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Employment, Family and Residential Conveyancing teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and supporting multiple fee earners across key practice areas click apply for full job details

My client is a well-established and highly accredited practice who are looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join their busy Wills, Trusts and Probate team. Main duties will include: Providing full secretarial support including using a digital dictation system to produce correspondence and other documentation related to Private Client matters. Assisting with client telep

Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Devizes who are actively seeking to engage a Legal Secretary to support their Commercial Property Department. What you will be doing: Supporting the fee earners within the department, you will be tasked with a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties to include; High volume processing of legal documentation and correspondence (audio and copy typing) Liaising with clients and internal departments via phone, email and occasionally face to face Opening and closing files and preparing files for billing Processing mail, emails and messages Preparing SDLT forms for Fee Earners Obtaining Land Registry documents Managing Fee Earner's diaries Adhoc duties when required What you will need to succeed: Proven experience in a legal secretarial role within commercial property/conveyancing or a genuine interest in property The ability to work under pressure with ever changing deadlines Excellent IT skills including MS Office (word/outlook and excel) Fast and accurate typing skills First rate communication skills at all levels What you will receive in return : Competitive salary The chance to work locally and join a leading local firm Monday to Friday full time Please note 100% office based Excellent benefits package including generous holiday allowance and health If this role of Legal Secretary sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please contact Sarah at Thrive Group on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Thrive Group are acting as an employment agency in relationship to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. INDTRO

We are working with a well-established and growing law firm based in Basingstoke, currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Employment, Family and Residential Conveyancing teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and supporting multiple fee earners across key practice areas. The Role You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to solicitors within the Employment, Family and Residential Conveyancing departments, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of files and client matters. Key responsibilities will include: Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence. Managing fee earners diaries, appointments and deadlines. Opening, maintaining and closing client files. Liaising professionally with clients, agents and third parties. Preparing court documents, contracts and bundles. General administrative duties, including filing and billing support. Desired skills and experience: 1 years + experience in at least two areas of law and ideally in Residential Conveyancing. Excellent administrative skills and client service skills. Strong communication skills. What they offer: Monday Friday 9am 5:30pm in the office. Salary depending on experience - £26,000 - £30,000 Standard holiday. Company Pension. Regular social events.

Legal Secretary - Dispute Resolution Team Location: Christchurch Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Full-time We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Legal Secretary to join our Dispute Resolution team at a well-established and reputable law firm in Christchurch. This role is ideal for someone who has experience in a legal secretarial position and is looking for their next opportunity to excel in a supportive environment. Day-to-day of the role: Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence to ensure accuracy and compliance. Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings to optimise fee earners' time. Handling telephone calls and client queries professionally and confidentially. Maintaining accurate records and case management systems to support effective case handling. Assisting with billing and financial administration to ensure timely and accurate invoicing. Required Skills & Qualifications: Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm, with Dispute Resolution experience being highly desirable. Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload effectively. Excellent IT skills, proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with case management systems. A professional, discreet, and client-focused approach, ensuring confidentiality and effective client service at all times. Benefits: Competitive salary reflecting experience and skills. Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance. A supportive and friendly working environment that values teamwork and professional growth. Opportunities for professional development to further enhance your legal secretarial skills. If you are a motivated Legal Secretary who thrives in a busy team environment and is keen to contribute to the success of our Dispute Resolution team, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this Legal Secretary position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Devizes who are actively seeking to engage a Legal Secretary to support their Commercial Property Department. What you will be doing: Supporting the fee earners within the department, you will be tasked with a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties to include; High volume processing of legal documentation and correspondence

A law firm based in Romford, Essex have an opening for a legal secretary. The firm would like to speak to legal secretaries who have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a law firm. Any experience specifically in family law, conveyancing or wills & probate would be an advantage but is not essential. The successful applicant will be assisting in a number of areas of law. The role will be full-time, permanent and salary will be around the 30k mark depending on experience.

A highly respected Surrey-based law firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join their Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence team. This is an excellent opportunity to support busy fee earners within a friendly, professional, and well-established firm. The Role You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the d click apply for full job details

Fantastic opportunity to become part of a local practice working within the Conveyancing team. Full job description Requirements are:- Audio typing; word processing; general file administration and office duties. Preparing letters, forms and other documents Supporting with the conveyancing process - land certificates, court papers, Deeds Registration, Power of Attorney Registrations etc. Dealing with clients by telephone and in person as required. Specific administrative duties for Partners as required THE CANDIDATE: Experience of working in a Legal Secretary role THE BENEFITS: Salary: 24,000 - 26,000 Pension Parking THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Our client is seeking a self-motivated Legal Secretary to join their well-established Wills & Probate Team. You will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional support to their busy team, ensuring unparalleled levels of client service. This role is crucial to the success of our experienced team who have a demanding workload. This means that you must be able to handle pressure and be able to prioritise your daily workload. Full-time, office based. Key Responsibilities of this role: Team player Exceptional secretarial skills including diary management via Outlook Preparation & sending of the initial letters on straightforward estate matters Meticulous administrative & attention to detail. Admin to include filing, photocopying & scanning Precise typing skills (via digital audio) Case Management experience, opening files and ensuring due diligence and file compliance is completed. Billing on fixed fee matters, closing down & archiving files. Accurate presentation of work Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise work Additional requirements of this role: Previous experience in a legal Trusts & Estates environment would be advantageous Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to work, with the ability to adhere to strict deadlines; Professional, empathetic and attentive telephone manner, coupled with strong interpersonal skills; Capability to handle pressure and effectively prioritise tasks whilst managing the workload for several Fee Earners Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Devizes who are actively seeking to engage a Legal Secretary to support their Commercial Property Department. What you will be doing: Supporting the fee earners within the department, you will be tasked with a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties to include; High volume processing of legal documentation and correspondence (audio and copy typing) Liaising with clients and internal departments via phone, email and occasionally face to face Opening and closing files and preparing files for billing Processing mail, emails and messages Preparing SDLT forms for Fee Earners Obtaining Land Registry documents Managing Fee Earner s diaries Adhoc duties when required What you will need to succeed: Proven experience in a legal secretarial role within commercial property/conveyancing or a genuine interest in property The ability to work under pressure with ever changing deadlines Excellent IT skills including MS Office (word/outlook and excel) Fast and accurate typing skills First rate communication skills at all levels What you will receive in return : Competitive salary The chance to work locally and join a leading local firm Monday to Friday full time Please note 100% office based Excellent benefits package including generous holiday allowance and health If this role of Legal Secretary sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please contact Sarah at Thrive Group on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Thrive Group are acting as an employment agency in relationship to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. PRMSTH

Legal Secretary - Are you looking for a welcoming environment along with an excellent package that will be regularly reviewed? Our highly respected client is looking to recruit for two key departments where you will be responsible for day to day support to the fee earners. Along with excellent secretarial and communication skills we ideally would like to see applications with Private Client and Conveyancing work history. If you have the relevant, legal background please apply with a current CV.

Legal Support Assistant Hereford £24,600 £26,700 DOE A well-established and respected law firm in Hereford is looking to recruit a Legal Support Assistant to join its busy Family Department . This role is ideal for an experienced administrator or legal support professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced and client-focused environment. You will work closely with Fee Earners, Partners, and the Head of Department, supporting a range of family law matters from instruction through to conclusion. The Role This is a low fee-earning legal support role, with around 1 hour per day of chargeable work , providing essential administrative and legal assistance across family law files. You ll play a key role in ensuring files progress smoothly while delivering a high standard of service to clients during what can often be emotionally challenging circumstances. Key Responsibilities Providing high-level legal and admin support to the Family team Assisting fee earners with family law files Opening new files and gathering client information Accurate time recording and billing of chargeable work Acting as first point of contact for family law enquiries Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, and other third parties Diary management, appointment scheduling, and meeting coordination Preparing correspondence, court documents, forms, and bundles Maintaining, updating, and closing client files Taking detailed client instructions Handling telephone calls and client queries within agreed remit About You You ll be organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters while maintaining discretion, empathy, and excellent attention to detail. Essential: Experience in a high-level administrative or legal support role OR a Law Degree Strong communication skills Excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail IT-literate Desirable: Previous experience in a legal support, legal secretary, or family law role Experience within family law (e.g. divorce, children, financial matters) Familiarity with case management and time recording systems Hours & Salary 36.25 hours per week £24,600 £26,700 depending on experience (Top end achievable with family law experience) Why Apply? Join a busy and supportive Family team Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of family law matters Ongoing training and development opportunities Stable, full-time role within a respected law firm Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Legal Secretary required for a highly respected firm within the Private Client Team where you will be responsible for day to day support to the fee earner. Part Time 2.5-3 days. This position is with a long-established business offering a friendly, flexible environment and a realistic, manageable workload, ensuring the best work life balance. Along with excellent secretarial and communication skills we ideally would like to see applications with significant experience within Private Client or an interest in this area of law. We look forward to your application.

An award-winning Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners ranked law firm in Dorking is looking for a Family Legal Secretary to join its team. This law firm is a well-respected multi-office business with an excellent reputation of service and quality of work. Your role will be to assist the family law department with largely administrative matters including file bundling, reviewing documents and attending meetings. Matters you will assist with include: - Divorce - Finances - Prenups/postnups In order to apply it is essential that you have: - 2+ family law experience in a UK law firm as a legal secretary/admin - Live within a commutable distance or in Dorking Benefits of this position include: - A company pension with generous contributions - Private medical and dental - Generous annual leave plus birthday holiday Apply now to avoid disappointment. Any questions, please call Zac Marshall at G2 Legal.

A well-established law firm in Redcar is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Family Law department, supporting a busy team and contributing to the smooth running of the office. Role Description The role involves providing administrative and legal support to Family Law Solicitors and Legal Executives, assisting with the day-to-day management of cases and ensuring correspondence is handled accurately and on time. Duties include preparing court forms and statements, working from written notes and audio dictation, managing diaries and appointments, handling confidential and sensitive information, and communicating with clients in a professional and empathetic manner. You will also carry out general administrative tasks such as filing, record keeping, photocopying and document pagination, manage invoices on private files, and liaise with external bodies including the Legal Aid Agency and HMCTS via MyPortal. Ideal Candidate You will be organised, reliable and able to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong IT skills and clear written and verbal communication are essential, along with a professional and compassionate approach when dealing with clients in sensitive family matters. Previous experience in a legal or family law environment, including Legal Aid work and HMCTS systems, would be advantageous, although training may be provided. Benefits The firm offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, valuable experience within a well-regarded Family Law team, and opportunities for ongoing development and career progression within the firm.To apply, please contact Aislinn Martin at QED Legal:

Location: Ringwood Salary: £24K - £26K Hours: 36.25 hours, Mon-Fri, 9am 5.15pm, 1 hour lunch, office based Benefits for the Residential Property Assistant: 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays, private healthcare, health cash plan, life insurance, annual paid sick allowance, 50% subsidised parking. Amazing work culture with lots of social events and the ability to grow Location: Christchurch Salary: £24K - £26K Hours: 36.25 hours, Mon-Fri, 9am 5.15pm, 1 hour lunch, office based Benefits for the Residential Property Secretary 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays, private healthcare, health cash plan, life insurance, annual paid sick allowance, 50% subsidised parking. Amazing work culture with lots of social events and the ability to grow Aspire Jobs are delighted to be working with our client who are a growing, forward-thinking company with a great reputation based in Christchurch. They are now recruiting for a Residential Property Secretary to support the legal team. This is an extremely varied and challenging role. Requirements of the Residential Property Secretary Proven Secretarial/PA background in Residential Property - min 2 years Case Management experience Computer literate and proficient with MS Office applications Strong administration and secretarial skills Excellent organisational skills Fast accurate typing skills First class communication skills both written and verbal Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Strong attention to detail Methodical and process driven Ability to prioritise workload Audio typing experience ideally but not essential Responsibilities of the Residential Property Secretary To provide support to the Fee Earners within the Residential Property team. Handling residential enquiries Typing correspondence Organisation of meetings and providing refreshments where required Producing documents and reports as required Producing monthly reports for invoicing Filing, scanning and archiving when required

Location: Wimborne Salary: £24K-£26K dependent on experience Hours: 9.00am 5.15pm, Mon-Fri, 36.25 hours per week, office based Benefits : 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays pro rata, private healthcare, health cash plan, life insurance, annual paid sick allowance, 50% subsidised parking. Amazing work culture with lots of social events and the ability to grow. Aspire Jobs are working exclusively with our professional services client who are growing and are opening new offices in Wimborne. They are now looking to recruit 3 x experienced Secretaries to join their Commercial, Family and Wills & Tax Law, and Residential Property teams. Based in central Wimborne, you will be joining a progressive and growing practice who has been established for a long time and who have a fantastic reputation. This is a perfect time to join a growing and progressively thinking team and firm. The successful Secretary will provide support to fee earners and partners who are focused on providing a very high-quality legal service to their clients. The role would suit someone with experience of working as a Secretary within Commercial, Family and Wills & Tax Law and Residential Property or someone with min 2 years secretariail experience who has transferable skills. The successful candidates will be IT literate, will be able to manage a varied workload to include secretarial assistance, answering calls, filing, typing (inc audio), document production, file and diary management and general office administration. There is scope for the Secretary to have a really positive impact in this team. Legal secretarial experience is essential. The key requirements for the role are: Experience of liaising with clients, on the phone and on email. Strong organisational skills and the ability to self-motivate. Ability to work well as part of a team to meet tight deadlines. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. An excellent understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience using modern document management systems. Experience working as a Secretary previously is essential.