Legal Secretary Real Estate

Join a well established law practice in Crawley as a Legal Secretary in their busy Real Estate department. This role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to be part of a firm that values hard work, expertise, and a creative approach to challenges. This is a part time role, working 4 full days per week.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Audio and copy typing of correspondence and documents.
  • Managing filing and file systems, including dealing with incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Photocopying, faxing, scanning, and emailing documents.
  • Arranging client meetings and managing time recording for fee earners.
  • Opening and closing case management files, updating contacts and file information in the DPS case management system.
  • Interacting with clients and contacts via telephone, taking messages, and meeting in person to witness signatures or collect documents.
  • Drafting letters, documents, and forms using standard precedents and forms library.
  • Handling replies to enquiries, preparing contracts, deeds, licences, TR1s, Property Forms, etc.
  • Attending clients to arrange for documents to be signed or witnessed and arranging for the provision of physical AML and KYC documentation.
  • Setting up and managing data rooms, acting as central administrator.
  • Downloading title documents from the Land Registry Portal and requisitioning searches.
  • Assisting with completing Reports on Title, dealing with land registry and SDLT formalities.
  • Preparing bills, financial statements, and making SDLT submissions as necessary.
  • Completing file closure exercises and reconciling financial accounts on the case management system.
  • Adhering to the firm’s risk and compliance policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Excellent IT skills, proficient in Office 365 and experienced with case/document management systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to take initiative and work pro-actively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Highly organized, logical, and able to demonstrate good team skills.
  • Good flexibility and adaptability, not afraid to challenge the status quo in a positive, respectful, and constructive manner.

Please apply today, this firm offers competitive salary, excellent benefits and career development within a fast paced and supportive team.

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Limited £30,000 - £32,000 per annum Crawley