Conveyancing Secretary

Additional Resources; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in the City of London seeks a Conveyancing Secretary to support a busy conveyancing department. Responsibilities include managing legal documentation, liaising with clients, and assisting with billing procedures. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a legal secretary role, proficient audio typing skills, and a positive attitude. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £29,000 and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional growth and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Legal Secretary within conveyancing.
• Professional and composed communication style for sensitive client interactions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Producing legal documentation and correspondence through audio typing and dictation.
• Opening and closing files in accordance with compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients professionally, handling incoming calls and queries.

Skills

Audio typing

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Adaptability

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

An Exciting Opportunity Has Arisen for a Conveyancing Secretary to join a well-established legal practice that specialises in delivering a broad range of property and private client services. As a Conveyancing Secretary, you will be supporting a busy conveyancing department, ensuring fee earners can focus on client work by managing a variety of administrative and legal tasks. This is a full-time role offering a salary of £29,000 and benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected legal team and take the next step in your career.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Producing legal documentation and correspondence through audio typing and dictation.
• Drafting, formatting, and issuing letters, emails, and other communications.
• Managing day-to-day administrative tasks such as scanning, photocopying, printing, and organising couriers.
• Opening and closing files in accordance with compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients in a professional and discreet manner, including handling incoming calls and queries.
• Preparing and amending legal documents, including deeds, lease extensions, completion statements, and Land Registry submissions.
• Using online portals to manage and track applications.
• Assisting with billing procedures and liaising with relevant internal teams to process financial transactions.

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Legal PA, Legal Administrator, Conveyancing Admin Assistant, Legal Typist or in a similar role.
• Demonstrable experience as a Legal Secretary within conveyancing.
• Proficient audio typing skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Professional and composed communication style with the ability to handle sensitive client interactions.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive, adaptable attitude with a willingness to support colleagues.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary.
• A supportive, friendly team within a highly regarded legal environment.
• A varied and engaging role with genuine responsibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in conveyancing.

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