Senior Conveyancing Assistant
Flitwick | Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Working hours: Monday – Thursday: 9.00am – 5.30pm & Friday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Are you an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary or Assistant looking to take the next step in your career with a well-respected, long-established legal practice?
We’re recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded firm with an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism, and client care. This is a key role within a busy conveyancing team, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on both residential and commercial property matters.
The Role:
As a Senior Conveyancing Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring transactions run smoothly from instruction through to completion. You’ll provide high-level support to fee earners while also acting as a point of guidance for more junior team members.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to conveyancing solicitors
Drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
Managing Land Registry applications, SDLT submissions, and mortgage documentation
Coordinating diaries, meetings, and client communications
Maintaining accurate, compliant client files in line with regulatory requirements
Handling billing processes and conveyancing-related financial transactions
Supporting and mentoring junior secretaries where required
About You:
You’ll be confident, organised, and experienced in conveyancing, with the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy legal environment.
You’ll ideally have:
At least 3 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant within conveyancing
Strong knowledge of both residential and commercial property transactions
Proficiency in MS Office and legal case management systems
Excellent typing skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities
A proactive, professional approach with strong time-management skills
Good understanding of AML, GDPR, and compliance standards
What’s on Offer:
Competitive salary of £32,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position with a stable and respected firm
Supportive, collaborative working environment
Opportunity for professional development and progression within the team
If you’re looking for a role where your experience will be valued and your contribution truly makes a difference, this could be the perfect next move.
Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!
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