Eventus Recruitment Group are seeking a Commercial Property Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join this well-established firm in the area of Dorking. This a permanent, office-based job role and hybrid working will be considered upon successful completion of probation. The benefits include 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, private medical cover, and a drive to ensure personal development is continued throughout.

Role Responsibilities

Working within the Commercial Property team you will assist the fee earners with all area of a busy and excellent quality Commercial Property caseload.

The day-to-day job duties within this role include:

• Preparation of accurate correspondence and documents through audio and script typing.
• Attending and supporting clients in person, on the telephone and via email, providing support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm's standards for client care.
• Photocopying and post distribution in liaison with the Business Support Team.
• Conducting accurate, efficient diary management and co-ordination of appointments.
• Working with the Business Support Team to manage file opening and closure in accordance with the requirements of the Law Society and SRA.
• Preparation of meeting rooms and refreshments, as required.
• Providing guidance and support to other support team members Commercial Property and across other Departments as and when required.

Person Specification

To be successful in your application for this Commercial Property Secretary / Legal Assistant role it is imperative that you have worked within a law firm and specifically within commercial property previously, supporting fee earners throughout. In addition, you will possess the following experience, skills and attributes:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary/ Department Assistant in a Law Firm.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits and Rewards

This is a well established firm where staff retention is high and who have a genuine career path for those wishing to pursue. The firm offers specific training when required for their Secretaries and Legal Assistants. The incoming Commercial Property Secretary / Legal Assistant will benefit from working within a professional whilst nurturing office. In addition, you will be awarded with the following employee benefits:

• 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 3 Days Christmas / New Year Leave
• Private Medical Cover
• Cash Plan
• DIS & Pension.

About the Company

This law firm is highly regarded throughout Surrey as an excellent practice with an outstanding reputation. Having been in situ for many nearly 200 years this nearly 20 Partner firm is known not only for the exemplary service it offers but also for its’ high staff retention due to the way they are as employers. They are highly ranked in the Legal 500 and have won awards within the legal sphere.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Commercial Property Secretary / Legal Assistant job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please send your CV to Siobhan Courtney at  the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at siobhan.courtney@eventuslegal.com or contact 07970 252 772 for a confidential discussion.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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