Legal Secretary

Michael Page; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Legal Secretary for an office-based position in Wishaw. The role involves preparing legal documents, managing client files, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. A background as a legal secretary is necessary. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £30,000.

Qualifications

• Legal secretary background required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format legal documents such as contracts and deeds.
• Draft correspondence and emails on behalf of the solicitor.
• Audio and copy typing of legal documentation.
• Communicate professionally with clients and other parties.
• Maintain high client care and confidentiality.
• Open and manage client files.
• Conduct Land Registry searches.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a Legal Secretary for their office in Wishaw. This is an office based role.

Responsibilities

• Secretarial Support: Prepare and format legal documents such as contracts, transfer deeds, mortgage documents, and completion statements.
• Draft routine correspondence and emails on behalf of the solicitor.
• Audio and copy typing of legal documentation and client correspondence.
• Client Liaison: Communicate professionally with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors by telephone, email, and in person.
• Maintain a high level of client care and confidentiality at all times.
• File Management: Open, maintain, and close client files in accordance with compliance procedures.
• Conduct Land Registry and local authority searches.
• Ensure all files are up to date and comply with internal and external regulatory requirements.

Profile/Qualifications

A candidate with a legal secretary background.

Job Offer

A competitive salary up to £30,000.