Legal Assistant - Conveyancing in Chelmsford

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

Job summary

A reputable legal practice is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Commercial and Residential Conveyancing team in Chelmsford. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a legal environment, will be detail-oriented, and will excel in managing legal documentation. Responsibilities include supporting fee earners, handling correspondence, and ensuring smooth progression of conveyancing matters. The role offers a salary between £25,000 and £32,000, full-time hours, and additional benefits like a company pension and life insurance.

Benefits

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant in conveyancing.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and conveyancing procedures.
• Experience managing legal files and documentation and supporting fee earners.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Land Registry Portal knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Tools

Case management systems

Digital dictation software

Job description

Overview

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

• 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.