Legal Assistant Conveyancing

Sterling Cross Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable legal practice is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Commercial and Residential Conveyancing team in Chelmsford. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support in a busy property department, managing legal files and correspondence. Ideal applicants will have a strong background in legal work, particularly within conveyancing, and will possess excellent organizational and communication skills. This full-time role offers a salary between £25,000 and £32,000 based on experience, along with benefits like company pension and life insurance.

Benefits

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experienced as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant, ideally within conveyancing.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and conveyancing procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support across conveyancing caseload.
• Manage and maintain legal files and documentation.
• Handle incoming and outgoing post and correspondence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Land Registry Portal

Case management systems

Digital dictation tools

Job description

Legal Assistant (Conveyancing)

Salary - £25,000-£32,000

We are currently working with a well-established and reputable legal practice based in Chelmsford, who are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Commercial and Residential Conveyancing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a conveyancing professional who is highly organised, detail-driven, and confident supporting fee earners in a busy property department.

The Role

Working closely with solicitors and fee earners, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support across a varied conveyancing caseload. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and maintaining legal files and documentation
• Audio, digital and copy typing
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and correspondence
• Supporting the smooth progression of conveyancing matters within the department

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will already have experience working within a legal environment, ideally within conveyancing. Our client is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and bring a proactive approach to the team.

Key requirements include:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant, ideally within conveyancing
• Practical experience using the Land Registry Portal, SDLT forms, case management systems and digital dictation
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and conveyancing procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A discreet and professional approach when handling confidential information

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £25,000 – £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking

Location

This role is office-based in Chelmsford, so candidates must be able to reliably commute or be planning to relocate prior to starting.