Legal Secretary - Property

Legal Secretary – Property Department

Chichester | Full Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits | Hybrid Working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary/Assistant to join a busy and highly regarded Property Department in Chichester. This full-time role offers hybrid working and the chance to become part of a progressive, commercially successful firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Fee Earners across both Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property matters. This is a varied and fast-paced position suited to a proactive and confident individual who thrives in a client-focused environment and takes pride in delivering a high standard of work.

• Prepare legal documentation and correspondence.
• Manage files within a paperlite environment.
• Liaise professionally with clients, agents, lenders and third parties.
• Support file compliance in line with internal procedures and Lexcel standards.
• Work efficiently under pressure while maintaining strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Prior experience within a Property Department, residential or commercial.
• Proven experience working in a Solicitors’ office.
• Excellent administrative and IT skills.
• Strong communication abilities and a commitment to exceptional client service.
• Self-motivated, highly organised and comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working.
• Healthcare benefit scheme.
• Reimbursement of car parking costs for office-based work.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a rewarding new opportunity within a dynamic Property team, we would be delighted to hear from you.