Legal Secretary - Commercial Property

Overview

My client, one of the UK’s leading law firms, with over 100 years’ experience of successfully representing clients, are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their Commercial Property department in Oxford, Oxfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and organised individual who enjoys supporting a fast-paced team, working across a range of property transactions and contributing to the smooth running of a well-established practice.

You’ll be joining a friendly and collaborative environment that values teamwork, accuracy, and initiative. The firm offers modern systems, structured training, and a genuine focus on employee wellbeing and career growth.

This role involves working within a team-based support structure to assist fee earners across the Commercial Property department to ensure that work is delivered efficiently and clients receive an excellent service experience.

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners.
• Managing documents, including drafting, formatting, version control, and proof-reading legal correspondence and reports.
• Audio and copy typing of letters, contracts, and legal documentation.
• Conducting s, file opening, and preparing client care documentation.
• Managing electronic and paper filing systems, scanning, and pagination.
• Coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Supporting the smooth progression of property transactions by liaising with clients, solicitors, and external stakeholders.

You’ll be a highly organised, motivated, and detail-oriented individual who enjoys taking ownership of tasks and ensuring deadlines are met. This position would suit someone with prior experience supporting fee earners in a property or commercial law setting.

• At least 1 year’s experience as a Legal Secretary, within any area of law.
• Excellent document management and formatting skills, including numbering and amending large legal documents.
• Fast, accurate typing (digital dictation experience preferred).
• Strong IT skills, with confidence using case management and Microsoft Office systems.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Positive, professional communication style and team-oriented mindset.

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell additional leave.
• Discretionary bonus and profit share scheme.
• Private medical cover and wellbeing support.
• Paid volunteer/charity day each year.
• Discounts and perks scheme.
• Clear opportunities for progression within a supportive and collaborative firm.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note:

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