Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Office Angels; Brompton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a Conveyancing Legal Secretary in Gillingham to support the conveyancing team in a busy property law environment. The role offers a permanent contract with a 9am-5pm schedule and a focus on accurate document drafting, file management, and stakeholder communication.

Ideal candidates will have prior conveyancing or property law experience, strong typing, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within conveyancing or property law.
• Strong typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive attitude, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• A valid driving licence, as travel to various locations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the conveyancing team, ensuring processes run smoothly.
• Draught and prepare legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with attention to detail.
• Maintain accurate and organised files electronically and physically.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective communication.
• Assist in managing deadlines and ensure tasks are completed within timeframes.

Skills

Strong typing

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Job description

Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Location: Gillingham

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: 9am - 5pm, 1 hour lunch break

Our client, a reputable and dynamic legal firm based in Gillingham, is seeking a skilled Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their vibrant team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to advance their career in the legal sector. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for property law, this role could be the perfect fit!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the conveyancing team, ensuring all processes run smoothly and efficiently
• Draught and prepare legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with a keen eye for detail
• Maintain accurate and organised files, both electronically and physically, to ensure compliance and ease of access
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective communication throughout the conveyancing process
• Assist in managing deadlines and ensuring that all tasks are completed within specified time frames

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within conveyancing or property law
• Strong typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues alike
• A proactive attitude, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environment
• A valid driving licence, as travel to various locations may be required

We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.