Commercial Property Legal Secretary

ABOUT THE FIRM
Our client, a specialist commercial law firm, is dedicated to fostering a culture where talented individuals can excel in their legal careers. As a Commercial Property Legal Secretary, you will be part of a team that values proactive and collaborative relationships, focusing on delivering outstanding legal services. The Chester office is known for its down-to-earth and friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal place to thrive professionally.

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Commercial Property Legal Secretary, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including opening and maintaining files, assisting Fee Earners with file creation, drafting statements, and liaising with clients. Your duties will also involve generating client care correspondence, carrying out searches, and using the H M Land Registry portal. You will be preparing invoices, completion statements, and other accounts documentation under supervision. Additionally, you will be required to perform copy typing of documents, prepare correspondence through audio typing, and interact with clients via email or telephone. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

ABOUT YOU
To excel in this role, you should possess a positive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to work methodically and organised. You will need to manage your time and caseload proactively, with demonstrable attention to detail. A willingness to learn and develop your skillset is essential. Proven experience of at least 6 months in a Commercial Property Legal Secretary role is required. You should be comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment and be IT literate with experience using Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Strong written, numeracy, and oral communication skills are also necessary.

NEXT STEPS?
If this opportunity sounds of interest then please apply through the advert or contact Laura-Kate at Thornton Legal directly on or . Stated PQE and salary levels are for guidance only.

Thornton Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency. We regularly recruit for international, national, Legal 500, regional and boutique law firms across Merseyside, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire and the West Midlands. Main locations include Liverpool, Chester, Preston, Manchester, Leeds and Shropshire. At Thornton Legal we work with partners, solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants across a range of practice areas including (but not exclusively) corporate, commercial property, residential property, employment, litigation, private client and family.