Legal Secretary (Chichester)

Legal Secretary - Property Department (Chichester)

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Full‑time, office‑based with hybrid flexibility

A great opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well‑established, friendly, and commercially successful firm with a strong reputation for excellent client care. You'll be part of a close‑knit Property team covering both Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property work, supporting fee‑earners across the department.

What the role involves

You'll provide high‑quality secretarial and administrative support, helping the team deliver a smooth, efficient service. The role requires someone proactive, organised, and confident working in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment.

Responsibilities include

• Supporting fee‑earners across all areas of the Property Department
• Managing a range of secretarial and administrative tasks
• Working efficiently in a paper‑lite/paperless environment
• Ensuring files remain compliant with internal procedures and Lexcel standards
• Liaising professionally with clients and third parties
• Maintaining accuracy and attention to detail under pressure

What they're looking for

• Previous experience in a Property Department (Residential or Commercial)
• Strong secretarial, administrative, and IT skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and work independently
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Experience working within a law firm
• A team‑oriented approach with high levels of organisation and accuracy

Benefits

• Hybrid working within a positive, inclusive environment
• Healthcare benefit scheme
• Reimbursement of car parking costs for office‑based work
• Performance‑based bonus scheme

This role suits someone who enjoys being part of a supportive team and wants to develop within a progressive, client‑focused environment.

If you are interested and have the required experience, please submit your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*