Overview
Legal Administrator
Are you a confident legal administrator or legal secretary with experience in residential property? Or perhaps you have a background in conveyancing and are ready for a fresh challenge? If so, we might have the perfect opportunity for you!
Location: Cranleigh – Free parking
Salary: £28-30k (based on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:15–17:15 (1-hour lunch break)
Benefits: Private Health Insurance, 28 days holiday plus your birthday off, opportunity to stay at the firm\'s beautiful holiday accommodation
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Administrator to join our client\'s small friendly team in the heart of Cranleigh.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys supporting case handlers throughout the property transaction process.
Responsibilities
* Answering incoming calls and handling client enquiries
* Quoting clients and opening new files
* Sending out client care letters and updating the case management system upon return
* Managing ID and AML checks via case management system
* Entering details from sales memorandums and issuing initial letters to estate agents, clients, and solicitors
* Downloading mortgage instructions from CML
* Supporting case handlers with day-to-day tasks
* Chasing updates from other parties\' solicitors and keeping clients informed
* Preparing and sending out contract papers
* Drafting exchange letters and handling post-exchange tasks
* Preparing completion statements, requesting funds from lenders, and conducting pre-completion searches
* Completing SDLT returns and submitting Land Registry applications
* Sending out completed registrations and closing files
Requirements
* Previous experience in a property or conveyancing department
* Strong understanding of the conveyancing process
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
* Familiarity with case management systems and legal documentation
* A team player with a proactive approach
How to Apply
If you think you have the suitable experience for this role then APPLY NOW or email annie.hollidge@office-angels.com to find out more about this exciting opportunity!
EEO / Equal Opportunities
We look forward to hearing from you!
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