Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary | Commercial Property | Dorset | £Competitive DOE

Job Title: Legal Assistant – Commercial Property
Location: Dorset (Office-Based)
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview
We are seeking a proactive and organised Legal Assistant to join a busy Commercial Property department at a well-established law firm in Dorset. This is an office-based role supporting fee earners with a varied caseload of commercial property matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous legal support experience who is looking to develop their career within commercial property.

Key Responsibilities
• Providing administrative and legal support to Commercial Property fee earners
• Preparing and formatting legal documents, contracts and leases
• Drafting correspondence and managing client communications
• Opening and closing files, conducting ID checks and ensuring AML compliance
• Carrying out Land Registry searches and Companies House checks
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings and handling telephone enquiries
• Assisting with completion statements and post-completion matters
• Maintaining accurate file management and case management systems

Candidate Profile
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Secretary within a Commercial Property department (preferred)
• Strong understanding of commercial conveyancing processes
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft Office
• Professional and confident communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Exposure to high-quality commercial property work
• Opportunity for long-term career development

How to Apply:
Contact Alicia Forde on 0121 454 1004 or email alicia.forde@enllegal.co.uk quoting Job Ref: 215303009

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