Eventus Legal are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a highly successful Commercial Property team based in Stockton-on-Tees. This is a permanent job that can be worked on a full or part-time basis, with fantastic hybrid and remote working options available. The successful Legal Secretary will benefit from a competitive salary, 25 days holiday rising with service, life insurance, enhanced pension, retail discounts, and supportive, flexible working arrangements. You will be working in a modern, open-plan office environment alongside a friendly and collaborative team.

Role Responsibilities
This is a varied and fast-paced job, providing key secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the Commercial Property team. The successful Legal Secretary will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including:

• Typing audio dictation including letters, telephone and file notes
• Preparing and updating legal documents including leases, contracts and epitomes of title
• Scheduling completed documents and handling client correspondence
• Maintaining files using the Proclaim case management system
• Conducting AML, ID, media and conflict checks
• Preparing SDLT Returns, Land Registry forms and ordering property searches
• Creating invoices, paying-in slips, and completion statements
• Applying to the Land Registry and handling post-completion matters
• General administrative tasks including scanning, photocopying, and franking post
• Occasionally supporting colleagues in other offices remotely when required

Person Specification
We are seeking applications from Legal Secretaries or Legal Administrators with at least 2 years’ experience in a similar role. You must demonstrate:

• Previous experience in commercial or residential property (or related legal environment)
• Confidence using legal case management systems
•  Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and database usage
• A highly organised and accurate approach to work
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team
• A proactive, positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
• Quick adaptability to new systems and tasks

Benefits and Rewards
You will be joining a supportive and progressive law firm based in Stockton-on-Tees with genuine flexibility and great benefits including:

• Hybrid working and remote working options
• Full or part-time working considered, with flexi-time regarding start/finish times
• 25 days holiday, rising with service
• Life insurance and enhanced company pension (5% employer contribution)
• Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive working environment with strong team spirit
• Opportunities for personal and professional development

About the Company
This law firm is one of the most trusted names in the North East legal market with an impressive heritage. Known for their integrity, inclusivity, and supportive culture, the firm places people at the heart of everything they do. Staff benefit from a modern workplace, collaborative team structures, and forward-thinking leadership committed to employee wellbeing and career growth.

Next Steps
Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Legal Secretary job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or phone 0113 418 2494.

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