Job Description

Legal Secretary - Commercial Property & Practice Support

Southsea | Full-time | Office-based | 28,000 - 32,000 (DOE)

Are you the kind of person who just gets things done?

Do you take pride in being the steady pair of hands that keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes?

RecQuest

are working with a long-established, well-regarded law firm in Southsea that's looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to support a Senior Partner across a mix of commercial property work and wider practice administration. If you thrive in a busy legal office, enjoy varied days, and know the value of traditional client service, this could be just the role for you.

What you'll be doing:

Supporting the Senior Partner with diary management, file preparation and day-to-day legal admin Handling correspondence, document production and client liaison with confidence and professionalism Assisting with commercial property transactions: preparing contracts, collating information and chasing progress Managing key deadlines and maintaining accurate records Helping with general practice administration: keeping everything on track and well-organised

What we're looking for:

Previous experience in a legal support role (ideally in property or commercial law) Someone who's proactive, reliable and able to anticipate what's needed next A confident communicator with both clients and colleagues Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Comfortable in a traditional office environment and happy to be fully office-based

Why join this firm?

Friendly, close-knit team with long-serving staff A firm that values loyalty, professionalism, and a calm, methodical approach Stable, long-term opportunity with a well-respected practice Lovely Southsea office location, close to the seafront and local amenities Real autonomy in the role and the chance to become a valued part of the senior team's success
If you're someone who brings a bit of polish, a lot of common sense, and the kind of experience that can't be taught in a classroom, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch with

RecQuest

to find out more.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Southsea PO4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

legal secretary: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person