We are working exclusively with a friendly and well‑established firm of solicitors in Stevenage who are seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Secretary / Legal Secretary to join their supportive Conveyancing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong audio‑typing skills and previous legal secretarial experience, particularly within Residential Conveyancing to become a valued part of a highly professional, client‑focused practice. What’s in it for you: * Salary: £24k-£28k, depending on experience * Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5.15pm, office based * 23 days holiday (plus Birthday off) * Annual bonus * Annual pay reviews * Health scheme * Progression opportunities Key Responsibilities: Audio & Digital Typing * Producing correspondence, legal documents, reports, and dictations accurately and efficiently File Management * Opening, maintaining, and closing client files * Ensuring all work complies with SRA and GDPR requirements Conveyancing Support * Preparing contracts, transfers, and leasehold documents * Submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) forms and Land Registry applications * Supporting the Partner/Solicitor with all stages of the conveyancing process Client & Third‑Party Liaison * Acting as the first point of contact for clients, estate agents, and mortgage lenders via phone and email * Providing excellent customer service and clear communication at all times General Administration * Managing diaries and arranging appointments * Photocopying, scanning, filing, and handling general office tasks Financial Administration * Requesting bank transfers/cheques * Preparing completion statements * Assisting with billing processes What the client is looking for: * Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Residential Conveyancing * Confident using LEAP and BigHand (experience preferred) * Excellent audio‑typing and digital dictation skills * Strong working knowledge of the conveyancing process, Land Registry requirements, and search requests * Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail * Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines * Professional, friendly communicator who enjoys working as part of a busy team Red Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website. Please note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted