Conveyancing Assistant / Legal Secretary

Connections Recruitment; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading property law firm seeks an experienced Conveyancing Assistant or Legal Secretary to support their busy conveyancing department in Altrincham. This role involves assisting with residential conveyancing transactions, maintaining client files, and providing administrative support. Candidates should have previous legal experience, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, working within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Close working relationships with senior professionals

Qualifications

• Previous experience in conveyancing or legal support roles.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Confident in using MS Office and legal software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with stages of the conveyancing process.
• Manage post-completion tasks and client files.
• Liaise with clients and professionals to progress transactions.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Experience as Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant

Tools

MS Office

Legal Software

Job description

We are working with a highly regarded property law firm seeking an experienced and proactive Conveyancing Assistant or Legal Secretary to support their busy conveyancing department. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior legal professionals in a supportive, well-structured team environment.

You’ll play a vital part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the legal team, assisting with residential conveyancing transactions and providing high-quality administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with all stages of the conveyancing process, including exchanges, completions, and title checks
• Handling standard residential conveyancing matters under supervision
• Managing post-completion tasks such as SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
• Supporting with lease or transfer variations and redemption of charges
• Involvement in litigation support, including instructing receivers for charge recovery
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, lenders, and third parties to progress transactions
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files and legal documentation
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax returns
• Carrying out general administrative duties to support the smooth operation of the office
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Participating in team meetings and contributing to process improvements

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant, ideally within conveyancing
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Confident using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable working independently in a quiet and focused office environment

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience
• Flexible working hours with part-time or reduced hours considered
• Close working relationship with a senior legal professional in a collaborative team
• Office based in a convenient Altrincham location with great transport links

Connections work with a number of conveyancing and property law firms across South Manchester. So if this role isn’t quite the right fit but you're exploring similar opportunities, please do get in touch – we’d be happy to help.