Legal Secretary (Conveyancing)

Time Appointments; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join their supportive team in a rewarding environment. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and secretarial support, ensuring transactions progress smoothly. Your responsibilities will include managing client files, preparing documents, and liaising with various teams to deliver exceptional client service. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow professionally within a dynamic legal setting, where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Excellent computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational ability with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to fee earners and manage case files.
• Prepare invoices and maintain client files.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Legal Document Production Software

Organizational Skills

Client Service

Tools

In-house Case Management Systems

Job description

We are excited to be working on behalf of a leading law firm in the area, who are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their friendly team. Our client offers a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can contribute your expertise and grow professionally.

Working closely with fee earners, the successful candidate will provide administrative and secretarial support to help drive transactions forward efficiently. Your role will involve regular client contact, document preparation, and general case file management.

Key Duties:

• Supporting fee earners in the team and assist in all aspects of administrative work within the department.
• General and routine office duties, such as photocopying and filing, both electronically and physically.
• Providing updates to third parties on transaction progress.
• Preparing invoices.
• Maintaining client files.
• Liaising with the accounts team on exchange and completion matters.
• Provide an efficient and friendly service to clients.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Excellent computer skills, particularly using Microsoft Office and legal document production software.
• Excellent organisational ability and with a strong eye for detail.
• Experience of using in-house case management systems.
• Knowledge of land registry procedures would be advantageous.
• The ability to delivery excellent client service