Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their in-house legal team in Southend-On-Sea, Essex.

This role will support a busy department specialising in landlord and tenant and property law, providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support while contributing to both day-to-day case management and wider business projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full secretarial support to the Head of Legal and wider team • Audio typing, copy typing, and transcription of legal documents • Draft, prepare, and engross legal documentation for service • Open new files, maintain accurate records, and prepare files for completion • Manage diaries, deadlines, and court directions • Support day-to-day case management including post-completion correspondence • Liaise with solicitors, leaseholders, and internal departments to progress matters efficiently • Act as a professional first point of contact for incoming calls and queries • Assist with high-volume legal projects, including lease variations and related transactions • Support billing processes and invoicing on completed matters • Undertake legal and general research tasks as required • Archive and maintain files in line with company procedures

Requirements / Skills / Experience:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within property or landlord and tenant law • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload • High level of accuracy and attention to detail • Proficient audio typing skills • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook • Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner

Package / Benefits:

• Competitive salary • Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive in-house legal team • Exposure to a wide range of property and landlord and tenant matters

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful