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 orga...