Job Description Conveyancing Secretary Salary : £22,000-£28,000 Location : Retford Full-time | Established Firm | Excellent Training Join a well-established law firm's busy residential property team in Retford and become part of a firm with over 50 years of heritage, 6 offices across the region, and a genuine commitment to valuing its people through outstanding career development opportunities. Are you looking for a rewarding secretarial role where you can develop your skills in the conveyancing sector? This excellent opportunity offers comprehensive training and development within a supportive team environment, working for a firm that has built an outstanding reputation over five decades of serving clients across the region. The Opportunity Our client is a well-established law firm with over 50 years of heritage and 6 offices across the region, including their busy Retford office. Their residential property team is expanding, creating this exciting opportunity for a dedicated Conveyancing Secretary to join their supportive team and benefit from excellent training and career development opportunities. Key highlights: Comprehensive training provided with excellent development opportunities Established firm with over 50 years of heritage and regional presence Supportive team environment with experienced colleagues Career progression opportunities within a growing practice Your Responsibilities Administrative Support: Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the conveyancing team Client Communications: Managing client communications via telephone and correspondence with professional service Document Preparation: Preparing legal documents, contracts, and completion statements accurately Case Management: Maintaining accurate case management systems and client files Stakeholder Liaison: Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors Diary Management: Scheduling appointments and managing fee earner diaries efficiently Post-Completion Work: Processing post-completion formalities and Land Registry applications File Administration: Supporting with file opening procedures and client care protocols General Support: Handling general administrative duties to support the smooth running of the department Quality Standards: Ensuring all work meets the firm's high standards of client service and accuracy Essential Requirements Experience & Background: Secretarial or administrative experience (legal experience preferred but not essential) Professional communication skills with excellent telephone manner Microsoft Office proficiency with willingness to learn case management systems Organisational abilities with strong attention to detail Key Skills: Accuracy under pressure with ability to work to deadlines Team collaboration with positive attitude and professional approach Client service focus with commitment to excellent customer care Learning mindset with willingness to develop within the conveyancing sector Communication excellence both written and verbal Problem-solving abilities with proactive approach to challenges Personal Qualities: Professional demeanour when dealing with clients and stakeholders Reliability and punctuality with strong work ethic Adaptability to learn new systems and procedures Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive client matters Comprehensive Benefits Package Financial Rewards: Competitive salary: £20,000-£26,000 per annum (depending on experience) Annual salary reviews and performance-related increases Comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions Work-Life Balance: Standard hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm Generous annual leave entitlement Modern office environment with excellent local transport links Convenient Retford location with good accessibility Career Development: Excellent training opportunities in conveyancing procedures and systems Professional development support and career progression pathways Mentorship from experienced colleagues within supportive team environment Skills development in legal administration and client care Career advancement opportunities within established legal practice Additional Benefits: Private healthcare and wellbeing support Life assurance and income protection Employee assistance programme for personal and professional support Social activities and team building events Employee-focused culture that genuinely values staff development Professional working environment with modern facilities About Our Client Our client is a well-established law firm with over 50 years of heritage, operating 6 offices across the region including Doncaster (Head Office), Retford, Worksop, Clowne, Sheffield-Waterthorpe, and Sheffield-Chapeltown. They have built an outstanding reputation for client service and are committed to providing excellent career development opportunities for their staff. Why they stand out: Established heritage: Over 50 years of serving clients across the region Regional presence: 6 offices providing comprehensive legal services Employee-focused culture: Genuine commitment to staff development and career progression Supportive environment: Experienced colleagues and excellent training opportunities Professional reputation: Outstanding reputation built over decades of client service Modern facilities: Well-equipped offices with excellent local transport links Career development: Clear progression pathways within established legal practice Location & Working Arrangements Primary Location: Retford Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm Office Contact: 01777 703 100 Transport Links: Excellent local transport connections Team Environment: Busy residential property team with supportive colleagues Start Date: As soon as possible Ready to Launch Your Legal Career? This is your opportunity to join a well-established firm with over 50 years of heritage, where you'll receive excellent training and development whilst supporting a busy conveyancing team in a genuinely supportive environment. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to develop your career in the legal sector with comprehensive training and clear progression pathways. Apply today or contact Lee for a confidential discussion about how this role could advance your professional development. Contact Details: Lee Hawthorne-Finch People and Talent Director lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com 0333 996 2882 All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability.