Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary Leeds | Permanent | Up to £31,000  Benefits! CLD Recruitment are working with a highly regarded law firm in Leeds City Centre who are looking to appoint an experienced Real Estate Legal Secretary to join their busy and established team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary who enjoys working within a commercial property environment and wants to be part of a professional, supportive team.

The Role Working closely with Partners and fee earners within the Real Estate team, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support, helping to ensure clients receive an efficient and first-class service. Your responsibilities will include:
Providing accurate audio and copy typing of correspondence, leases, agreements and other legal documentation Preparing emails, letters, documents and presentations Managing electronic files and document management systems Carrying out property searches using online services, including the Land Registry Portal Completing Stamp Duty Land Tax forms via HMRC Assisting with billing, financial information and credit control Diary management and coordinating meetings and appointments Dealing professionally with client enquiries and correspondence Assisting with Land Registry applications and post-completion formalities File closure and archiving Supporting fee earners with general administration and file management Ensuring urgent matters are dealt with promptly and efficiently

To apply you must have:
Previous Secretarial experience Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel Excellent typing and document production skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines A proactive approach, with the confidence to use your own initiative Excellent communication and client service skills A collaborative and supportive approach to working within a team A discreet and confidential manner Ideally you will have:
Previous Real Estate or Commercial Property legal secretarial experience Good knowledge of property terminology, documentation and processes

Experience with Land Registry searches and applications This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established legal team where your experience will be valued and where you will have the opportunity to develop your skills further. If you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking for your next career move in Leeds, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Clare at CLD Recruitment for a confidential conversation on .

CLD Recruitment is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.