Legal Secretary

Artaria String Quartet; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cheltenham seeks an experienced Legal Secretary to support their busy conveyancing team. The role involves providing essential secretarial and administrative support, managing client files, and ensuring smooth transactions. Join a supportive team with clear pathways for development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Clear pathways for development and progression

Supportive, close-knit team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a conveyancing/legal secretary role (essential).
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence.
• Preparing contracts, completion statements, and Land Registry forms.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, and mortgage providers.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

IT skills

Tools

Digital dictation systems

Case management software

Job description

Legal Secretary Conveyancing

Cheltenham | Leading South West Law Firm

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a respected and forward-thinking law firm in Cheltenham?

We are working with a well-established, two-office firm in the South West with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services across residential and commercial conveyancing. They are now looking to appoint a confident and proactive Legal Secretary to support their busy conveyancing team in Cheltenham.

About The Role

As a key member of the property department, you will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to fee earners handling a varied caseload of residential property matters. The role involves client liaison, audio typing, file management, and assisting with the smooth running of transactions from instruction to post-completion.

Duties Will Include

• Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence
• Preparing contracts, completion statements, and Land Registry forms
• Opening, managing, and closing client files
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, and mortgage providers
• Diary management and arranging appointments
• Handling incoming calls and post on behalf of the team
• Supporting compliance procedures and ensuring accurate documentation
  
  

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience in a conveyancing/legal secretary role (essential)
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to multitask and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Solid IT skills, including digital dictation systems and case management software
• A proactive, team-focused attitude with a professional approach
  
  

Why Join This Firm?

• A supportive, close-knit team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Clear pathways for development and progression
• Centrally located Cheltenham office, easily accessible by public transport and car
• Long-established firm with a modern, client-focused approach
  
  

Apply Now

If you're a reliable, motivated legal secretary ready to contribute to a thriving conveyancing team, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Rachel Phillips, Associate Director in confidence on 02920 388100.