Legal Secretary

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

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Legal Secretary specializing in conveyancing. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support, manage client files, and prepare legal documents, all while enjoying hybrid working opportunities. Strong experience in a legal secretary role is essential, alongside excellent organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role offers a competitive salary and a collaborative team atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working opportunities

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in conveyancing is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills are essential.
• High level of accuracy in typing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to solicitors.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage client files according to compliance procedures.
• Conduct AML checks and maintain case management systems.
• Schedule meetings and manage diaries.

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

Proactive and flexible approach

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Overview

LEGAL SECRETARY - CONVEYANCING
Salary: £24,000 - £29,000
Contract: Full-time / Permanent (Hybrid considered)

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