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Are you a passionate Legal Secretary within property disputes who is looking for your next opportunity?

Crone Corkill is working on a rare opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join the renowned property disputes & enfranchisement team at a national law firm in their Soho office.

The Firm
Known for its tailored service offered to high-end clientele across the corporate & commercial sector, from global financial institutions to TV personalities, employment and property services. The team in question operates on a high input, high reward basis with an awareness of the importance of teamwork & humour along the way when working on high-value projects. The firm offers an inclusive work environment, socialable culture and excellent staff tenure that is reflected in this team. With a headcount of over 100 in their London office, the firm is growing and is looking for an experienced secretary to hit the ground running.

The Role
You will work in a team of two, on a hybrid basis, supporting five fee earners across a varied but fast-paced practice across the below duties:

• Diary management and booking in meetings for fee earners
• Processing dictations into legal documentation
• Monthly invoicing of clients
• Obtaining title documents from the Land Registry and assisting with Land Registry applications (training provided).
• Managing the onboarding of new clientele such as KYC documentation, AML forms and undertaking video verification calls
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory notices
• Processing incoming and outgoing funds 
• Assisting with the completion of lease and freehold acquisition transactions
• Collating bundles for court & tribunals

About You
This is a unique role in a close-knit team with a great sense of humour. 

• A minimum of three years working within Property Litigation or Enfranchisement
• A proactive, detail-oriented nature
• Previous exposure to managing various stages of property completions
• The ability to work in a fast paced practice
• Proficient in legal software ( iManage, BigHand, Outlook, Excel)
• Discreet and professional when handling confidential matters
• Permanent working rights to work in a full time capacity

This firm rarely recruit so apply now or contact Jess O'Brien for a confidential discussion on your next move!