Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Law Staff Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their Residential Property team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and be able to handle a busy workload while maintaining professionalism in client interactions. This role offers significant benefits including generous holidays and a wellness payment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas shutdown

Bonus Scheme

Life Cover - 3x Salary

Reduced Rate Legal Fees

Paid sick leave

Healthcare

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary in conveyancing preferred.
• Ability to manage a busy workload efficiently.
• Confidence and professionalism in client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of correspondence and legal forms.
• Answering telephone calls politely and efficiently.
• Performing general administrative tasks such as photocopying and filing.
• Scheduling appointments and liaising with clients.
• Managing data on the firm's case management system.

Skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Word

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their friendly and supportive Residential Property team. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage a busy workload. You should be confident, approachable, and professional, with good communication skills both over the phone and in person, and a solid working knowledge of Word. The firm champions career progression, specialist training, and a range of additional incentives.

About the Firm

Established over 130 years ago, our client is one of Kent\'s leading law firms, providing expert legal services to individuals and businesses. With a modern, award-winning approach and a commitment to jargon-free advice, the firm prides itself on being professional, approachable, and client-focused. Recognised with numerous industry awards and Law Society accreditations, our client combines specialist expertise with innovative case management systems to deliver trusted, high-quality legal support.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of correspondence, legal forms and quotes.
• Answering telephone calls politely and efficiently.
• Performing general administrative tasks, including photocopying, updating client records, and filing correspondence to keep files current.
• Scheduling appointments and liaising with clients.
• Entering and managing data on the firm\'s case management system.
• Supporting the secretarial team, including providing cover for colleagues when needed.
• Handling all confidential information with discretion.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas shutdown
• Bonus Scheme
• Life Cover - 3x Salary
• Reduced Rate Legal Fees
• Annual Eye tests/Annual Flu Vaccines
• Paid sick leave
• Additional holiday for long-serving employees
• Healthcare
• Mental Health Support
• A wellness payment of £30 per month
• Car Sharing Scheme

Vacancy Reference Number - 37417