Legal Secretary (Conveyancing)

Additional Resources; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in London is seeking a Legal Secretary (Conveyancing) to support its busy conveyancing department. This full-time role involves managing administrative and legal tasks to enable fee earners to focus on client work. Ideal candidates will have experience as a conveyancing secretary, audio typing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Competitive salary plus benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive and friendly team

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary within conveyancing.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Ability to manage sensitive client interactions professionally.

Responsibilities

• Produce legal documentation and correspondence through audio typing.
• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks for the conveyancing department.
• Liaise with clients and handle incoming calls and queries.
• Prepare and amend legal documents and submissions.

Skills

Audio typing skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Professional communication skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Adaptable attitude

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary (Conveyancing) to join a well-established legal practice that specialises in delivering a broad range of property and private client services.

As a Legal Secretary (Conveyancing), you will be supporting a busy conveyancing department, ensuring fee earners can focus on client work by managing a variety of administrative and legal tasks.

This is a full-time role offering a salary of £29,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Producing legal documentation and correspondence through audio typing and dictation.
• Drafting, formatting, and issuing letters, emails, and other communications.
• Managing day-to-day administrative tasks such as scanning, photocopying, printing, and organising couriers.
• Opening and closing files in accordance with compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients in a professional and discreet manner, including handling incoming calls and queries.
• Preparing and amending legal documents, including deeds, lease extensions, completion statements, and Land Registry submissions.
• Using online portals to manage and track applications.
• Assisting with billing procedures and liaising with relevant internal teams to process financial transactions.

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Legal PA, Legal Administrator, Conveyancing Admin Assistant, Legal Typist or in a similar role.
• Demonstrable experience as a Legal Secretary within conveyancing.
• Proficient audio typing skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Professional and composed communication style with the ability to handle sensitive client interactions.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive, adaptable attitude with a willingness to support colleagues.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• A supportive, friendly team within a highly regarded legal environment.
• A varied and engaging role with genuine responsibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in conveyancing.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected legal team and take the next step in your career.

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