Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Martin Tolhurst Solicitors; Ashford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Training and career development

Award-winning firm

Job summary

Martin Tolhurst Solicitors is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join the Residential Property team in Ashford, with options to base in Ashford, Gillingham, Sittingbourne or Longfield (Kent). The role involves supporting fee earners, managing documents, and delivering a high standard of client service.

You will provide secretarial and administrative support, ensuring transactions progress smoothly while maintaining confidentiality and a professional approach in a friendly

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary.
• Fast, accurate typing skills and technical proficiency.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload.
• Experience working to deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the conveyancing team.
• Type correspondence, legal documents, forms and quotations accurately.
• Handle incoming calls professionally and efficiently.
• Support fee earners with varied administrative tasks.
• Maintain up-to-date client files and records.
• Arrange appointments and liaise with clients through the conveyancing process.
• Update information on the case management system.
• Provide cover for colleagues when required.
• Handle confidential information discreetly and professionally.

Skills

Typing speed

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client care

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Conveyancing Legal Secretary - Full time

Based in Ashford, Gillingham, Sittingbourne or Longfield (Kent)

Join an Award-Winning Law Firm

Are you an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary looking for your next opportunity with a highly regarded and supportive law firm? At Martin Tolhurst Solicitors, we're looking for a proactive and organised Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join our busy Residential Property team in Ashford. You'll play a vital role in supporting our fee earners, helping clients through one of the most important transactions of their lives while being part of a friendly, collaborative and professional environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning firm known for its exceptional client service, strong team culture and commitment to employee development.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of our conveyancing team, you'll provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support, ensuring transactions progress smoothly and clients receive an outstanding experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Audio and copy typing correspondence, legal documents, forms and quotations
• Managing incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently
• Supporting fee earners with a variety of administrative tasks
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files and records
• Arranging appointments and liaising with clients throughout the conveyancing process
• Updating information on the firm's case management system
• Providing telephone and secretarial cover for colleagues when required
• Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary
• A fast and accurate typing speed with excellent technical skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload
• Experience working to deadlines with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• A friendly, professional and approachable manner
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word

Why Join Martin Tolhurst Solicitors?

• Join an award-winning and well-established law firm
• Be part of a supportive and welcoming team
• Excellent opportunities for training and career development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Work in a firm that genuinely values its people and their contribution