Legal Secretary Transactional

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Legal Secretary – Transactional

Location : Downtown San Diego

Employment Type : Full Time

Base Salary : $90,000 to $115,000 / year Based on experience

About the Role

We are hiring two experienced Legal Secretaries to support a high-volume transactional Partner in a specialized practice group focused on commercial, regulatory, and government-facing matters.

This is not litigation and not an entry-level admin role . You must be comfortable supporting senior attorneys, managing complex documents, and handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal oversight.

This role is best suited for a senior legal secretary with strong transactional document experience or a legal assistant who has supported partners in corporate, real estate, regulatory, or government practices.

Available Schedules

These are set schedules. Please only apply if one works for you.

• Monday–Friday | 7 : 00 a.m. – 2 : 30 p.m.
• Tuesday–Saturday | 11 : 30 a.m. – 7 : 00 p.m.

Indicate your preferred schedule when applying.

Must-Have Experience

You should have 7+ years of legal support experience, including :

Drafting, formatting, and proofreading transactional documents , agreements, resolutions, memoranda, and correspondence

Preparing signature packets, deal documents, and closing binders

Supporting partners or senior attorneys in transactional, regulatory, or government-facing practices

Managing complex calendars and coordinating meetings with clients and agencies

Strong document management and attention to detail

Stable work history and ability to handle shifting priorities

Required :

Transactional, corporate, regulatory, government, or real estate practice experience

Strong document-handling and organization skills

Preferred :

Experience working with government agencies or regulatory matters

Exposure to finance, leasing, economic development, or commercial transactions

What You’ll Do

Support a Partner handling complex transactional and regulatory matters

Draft, proofread, and format agreements, resolutions, and related documents

Prepare and manage closing binders and execution packets

Coordinate communications with tribal governments, agencies, and outside parties

Manage calendars, meetings, and deadlines

Organize due diligence materials and maintain matter files

Handle expense reports, administrative tasks, and travel logistics

Why This Role Makes Sense

Hybrid schedule with defined hours

Stable, well-run practice group

High-impact transactional and regulatory work

Clear expectations and structure

Long-term stability and strong firm culture

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary : $90,000 – $115,000 (Based off of experience level)

Performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision (HMO / PPO options)

FSA / HSA options

401(k) profit-sharing program

Generous PTO and firm holidays

Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary with transactional or regulatory experience , apply directly here OR email me.

Marcus@RecruitifyUSA.com

If emailing, your subject line must be :

Legal Secretary – Transactional (San Diego)

Please include :

Resume

Preferred schedule

This helps me review quickly and move you forward without delay.

If you’ve supported busy partners, handled transactional documents, and want a structured role with real responsibility, let’s talk.