Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Pathway Careers; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local law firm in Northern Ireland is looking for an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to support their Conveyancing department. Key duties include preparing legal documents, managing client files, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have experience in similar roles and strong organisational skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a friendly working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Convenient location

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary, preferably in Conveyancing.
• Excellent typing and audio transcription skills.
• Confident in using case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide full secretarial support to solicitors in the Conveyancing department.
• Prepare and file legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
• Manage client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Audio transcription

Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Professional communication

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

Our client, a well established local law firm with offices in Belfast, and North Down, is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their busy North Down office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled legal secretary to become part of a supportive and professional team, offering excellent long term prospects within a highly regarded practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing full secretarial support to solicitors in the Conveyancing department.
• Preparing, formatting, and filing legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
• Managing client files, both paper and digital, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Handling telephone and email queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Scheduling appointments, managing diaries, and assisting with day-to-day office administration.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Conveyancing.
• Excellent typing and audio transcription skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confident in using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload.
• Professional communication skills and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with a respected local firm with a strong client base.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Convenient North Down location.

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