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22.06.2025
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Job Description:
Position: Legal Secretary / Paralegal (Property)
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 DOE
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Paralegal with experience in property? Looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking legal team where your expertise will truly be valued? Pertemps are proud to be working with a highly regarded firm in Edinburgh who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support their busy property team.
What you’ll be doing:
* Preparing, formatting, and updating legal documentation and correspondence with precision
* Supporting the full property transaction process – from initial searches and registrations to liaising with clients and external parties
* Managing client and matter onboarding/offboarding, including AML and conflict checks
* Organising team diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging travel when required
* Assisting with billing, invoicing, and other financial admin tasks
* Keeping both digital and physical files organised, scanned, and up-to-date
* Acting as a first point of contact for clients, providing updates and handling enquiries with professionalism
About you:
* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal, ideally within a property or conveyancing setting
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask
* Confident communicator, both in writing and over the phone
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with legal case management systems
* Knowledge of property processes, including Land Registry and SDLT, is highly advantageous
* Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to support wherever needed
What’s in it for you:
* Competitive salary reflective of your experience
* Flexible working arrangements
* Generous annual leave plus additional time off for long service
* Pension scheme and financial benefits
* Ongoing training and support for career development
* A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture
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