Legal Secretary – Commercial Real Estate (Hybrid)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our busy Commercial Real Estate department. You will support a team of four fee earners, providing high‑quality administrative assistance in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to fee earners.
• Manage diaries, arrange meetings and coordinate travel.
• Prepare legal documents, correspondence and reports.
• Liaise with clients by phone, email and in person.
• Assist with meeting preparation and business development activities.
• Maintain accurate client records and update internal systems.
• Produce Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and other reports.
• Handle incoming calls, emails and post, and support general administration.
• Coordinate occasional team events.

Required profile

• Previous Legal Secretary experience (essential).
• Experience in Commercial Real Estate (highly desirable) or Residential Conveyancing.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, confident and client‑focused communication.
• Proactive and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office suite
• Excel
• PowerPoint

What we offer

• Hybrid working (3‑4 days in the office).
• On‑site parking.
• Private healthcare.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• Life assurance and group income protection.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with holiday buy‑back and carry‑over.
• Your birthday off and a paid charity day each year.
• Employee Assistance Programme and regular team social events.