Legal Secretary

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

Job summary

A legal consultancy in Southam is seeking an experienced LEGAL SECRETARY for their Conveyancing team. This full-time position offers a salary of £24,000 - £29,000. Responsibilities include providing administrative support, managing files, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate must have previous conveyancing experience and strong organizational skills. Hybrid working options are available, making this an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working opportunities

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to conveyancing solicitors.
• Preparing and formatting correspondence and legal documents.
• Audio and copy typing with high accuracy.
• Managing client files and compliance procedures.
• Liaising with clients and third parties.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Fast typing skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Overview

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

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.