Legal Assistant - Residential Property

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions company is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Secretary in Evesham to support a Residential Conveyancing team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative assistance, manage Fee Earner diaries, and handle client communications. The role requires previous experience in a similar position and strong organizational skills. This full-time position operates Monday to Friday, ensuring a professional approach to client confidentiality and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Secretary, preferably in Residential Conveyancing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize under pressure.
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage Fee Earner diaries and schedule appointments.
• Handle client communications and enquiries.
• Draft and send correspondence, including invoices.
• Maintain accurate records on the firm’s database.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Highly organised with multitasking abilities

Discreet with professional approach

Job description

Legal Assistant / Secretary – Residential Property

Evesham Salary DOE Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:15pm

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Assistant/Secretary to support our client well established Residential Conveyancing team. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality administrative and secretarial assistance to ensure maximum efficiency within the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Fee Earner diaries and schedule appointments.
• Handle routine client communications and enquiries.
• Open, maintain, and close client files in line with firm procedures.
• Maintain accurate records on the firm’s database.
• Draft and send correspondence, including invoices and dictated documents.
• Submit SDLT forms and Land Registry applications.
• Ensure confidentiality of all client and firm information.
• Maintain hard copy files and perform general administrative duties.
• Assist with post-completion tasks and legal document drafting.
• Record financial transactions and clear balances before file closure.
• Organise searches and compile necessary reports.
• Manage daily post and other clerical tasks.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required by the firm.

Person Specification

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Secretary, preferably within a Residential Conveyancing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Discreet, with a professional approach to handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Committed to delivering exceptional client service.