Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant Location: Witney, Oxfordshire Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE) Sector: Private Practice – Residential PropertyAre you an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary or Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a friendly, well-established law firm? Our client a highly regarded private practice in Witney is seeking a skilled and proactive Legal Assistant to join its busy Residential Property team.This is a hands-on support role assisting two experienced conveyancers with a wide range of residential transactions. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:
Opening new client files and preparing documentationGeneral administrative support across all mattersAudio/digital dictation typingHandling post-exchange and completion tasksSubmitting registrations and finalising transactionsLiaising with Clients, Agents and Solicitors where needed
You’ll Support Work Involving:
Sales and purchases of freehold and leasehold propertiesEquity release mortgagesTransfers of equityRe-mortgages and refinancingLease extensions, enfranchisement and right to manageProperty rights, ownership and title queries
✅ What We’re Looking For:
Experience working in a residential conveyancing team is essentialConfident with dictation/audio typing and legal admin processesOrganised, detail-oriented and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced teamA proactive and friendly attitude with strong communication skillsAbility to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
What’s on Offer?
Competitive salary up to £30,000, depending on experienceSupportive, close-knit team with a great local reputationA firm that encourages professional development and career growthOpportunity to work on varied and interesting residential property matters
This is a fantastic opportunity for a conveyancing assistant or legal secretary looking for a stable, long-term role in a forward-thinking and client-focused firm. Apply today with your CV and take the next step in your legal career!