Legal Secretary

Jago Consultants Ltd; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal consultancy firm in Bath is seeking a Legal Secretary - Conveyancing to provide essential support to the Conveyancing team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, strong typing and organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working opportunities, and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working opportunities

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within conveyancing.
• Fast and accurate typing skills (audio and copy).
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to conveyancing solicitors.
• Prepare and format correspondence and legal documents.
• Open and manage client files per compliance procedures.

Skills

Previous experience in a legal secretary role

Fast and accurate typing skills

Strong attention to detail

Confident communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Flexible team player

Job description

Job Title: LEGAL SECRETARY - CONVEYANCING

Salary: £24,000 - £29,000

Contract: Full-time / Permanent (Hybrid considered)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Conveyancing Secretary to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to our busy Conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and conveyancing experience to play a key role in the smooth running of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to conveyancing solicitors/fee earners.
• Preparing and formatting correspondence, contracts, and legal documents.
• Audio and copy typing with a high level of accuracy.
• Opening, closing, and managing client files in line with compliance procedures.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other third parties in person, by telephone, and email.
• Conducting AML checks, preparing forms, and maintaining case management systems.
• Assisting with preparation of completion statements and invoices.
• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and general office administration.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within conveyancing.
• Fast and accurate typing skills (audio and copy).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident communication skills with a professional telephone manner.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• A friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment.
• Training and professional development to support your career growth.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE PLEASE CONTACT WILL AT JAGO CONSULTANTS AS DIRECTED