Conveyancing Legal Assistant - Residential Property / Redditch or Solihull Salary DOE Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:15pm
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Assistant/Secretary to support our clients well established Residential Conveyancing team. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality administrative and secretarial assistance to ensure maximum efficiency within the department.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage Fee Earner diaries and schedule appointments.
* Handle routine client communications and enquiries.
* Open, maintain, and close client files in line with firm procedures.
* Maintain accurate records on the firm’s database.
* Draft and send correspondence, including invoices and dictated documents.
* Submit SDLT forms and Land Registry applications.
* Ensure confidentiality of all client and firm information.
* Maintain hard copy files and perform general administrative duties.
* Assist with post‑completion tasks and legal document drafting.
* Record financial transactions and clear balances before file closure.
* Organise searches and compile necessary reports.
* Manage daily post and other clerical tasks.
* Comply with health and safety regulations.
* Perform other duties as reasonably required by the firm.
Person Specification
* Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Secretary, preferably within a Residential Conveyancing environment.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
* Discreet, with a professional approach to handling confidential and sensitive information.
* Methodical, detail‑oriented, and proactive.
* Committed to delivering exceptional client service.
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