Job Description

o Salary up to 32,000 per annum, depending on experience

o Excellent team culture and long-term progression potential

o Great opportunity to join a well-regarded commercial law firm

We're working with a respected commercial law firm with a strong presence in the North West. They're currently looking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary to support their Commercial Property team in their Liverpool office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in commercial property to develop further in a collaborative and well-structured legal environment.

Responsibilities include:

Providing day-to-day secretarial and administrative support to Commercial Property fee earners. Opening files and maintaining them in line with internal risk management procedures. Assisting fee earners with file creation, statement drafting, and liaising with clients. Preparing client care correspondence and arranging routine client attendances. Carrying out property searches and managing enquiries using Searchflow and other platforms. Using the HM Land Registry portal to download documents, carry out searches, and complete online applications. Collating title bundles and managing deed scanning and electronic storage. Handling post-completion work including registration and Stamp Duty Land Tax formalities. Assisting with invoices, completion statements, and accounts documentation under supervision. Audio and copy typing of legal documents and forms, using internal precedents and external platforms. Drafting and preparing correspondence and ensuring it is checked for accuracy before submission. Dealing with client queries via phone and email in a professional manner.

What we need from you:

A minimum of 6 months' experience in a Commercial Property Legal Secretary role. Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work methodically. A positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and develop. Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment. Confident communication skills, both written and verbal. Competent with Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

The Perks:

Supportive and inclusive team culture. Clear career path within a growing commercial law practice. Excellent location in Liverpool with a friendly office environment.

Interested?

Apply today or contact Jack Lloyd at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com for a confidential conversation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you, or will you in the future, require visa sponsorship? As that's not something my client can offer. Do you have 6 months of experience within Commercial Property or Real Estate in a law firm? Please note, this cannot only be from your studies. Are you based within a commutable distance of Chester?
Work Location: In person