Overview
Our client is a multi-award-winning firm, with a client-focused and friendly approach. They are experts in commercial and personal legal matters and are now seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join their Conveyancing Department. The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to solicitors, ensuring the efficient processing of residential and commercial property transactions.
Salary: £24k 5 days a week 9am – 5pm, they would consider 4 day a week and the salary would reflect this
The Role
1. Provide administrative and secretarial support to conveyancing solicitors.
2. Prepare, draft, and format legal documents, correspondence, and contracts.
3. Manage and maintain client files, ensuring compliance with legal and firm policies.
4. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and post.
5. Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties.
6. Conduct property searches and submit Land Registry applications.
7. Assist in the preparation of completion statements and financial transactions.
8. Schedule appointments, meetings, and diary management for solicitors.
9. Process invoices and maintain accurate billing records.
10. Ensure confidentiality and compliance with GDPR and SRA regulations.
The Person
11. Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (in a conveyancing department would be preferred)
12. Strong knowledge of residential and/or commercial property law.
13. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
14. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and case management software.
15. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
16. High attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
17. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
18. Experience with Land Registry, SDLT submissions, and case management systems is desirable.