Legal Secretary - Conveyancing

Office Angels; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is seeking a Legal Secretary - Conveyancing to support property transactions. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and proficiency in MS Office. You will assist with document preparation, client communication, and general administration. This is a full-time office-based role in Lewes offering competitive pay and a range of temp work benefits.

Benefits

Eye care vouchers

Weekly pay

Pension scheme option

28 days paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in commercial or residential property.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Professional and friendly demeanour, with a proactive and can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with residential and/or commercial property transactions.
• Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Conducting searches and reviewing title documents.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, and other third parties.
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining case files.
• Providing general administrative support to the property team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Legal terminology understanding

Tools

Legal management software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Legal Secretary - Conveyancing

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm Full time in the office

Salary: £14 P/H

Location: Lewes

Start Date: Ongoing

Office Angels are partnering with a local firm in their search for a Property Legal Assistant to join their highly regarded forward-thinking company with a reputation for excellence.

About your role

• Assisting solicitors with residential and/or commercial property transactions
• Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Conducting searches and reviewing title documents
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, and other third parties
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining case files
• Providing general administrative support to the property team

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in commercial or residential property
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and friendly demeanour, with a proactive and can-do attitude
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures

Next Steps

• Apply today, the client is looking for someone to interview immediately and start asap!
• Please apply today with your up to date CV and contact details
• If you have trouble uploading your CV, please email it to [e-mail] and put the job title as the subject

Benefits of Temp Work with Office Angels

Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries and gives you control of your own work/life balance. Here are some benefits you can expect when you become part of the Office Angels team:

• Employed directly with Office Angels, meaning we’re always on hand to ensure you’re well looked after
• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses for VDU purposes
• Opportunity to search for permanent work while on assignments with interview support and advice
• Weekly pay
• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
• 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual)

By registering with Office Angels you will benefit from the support of a dedicated recruitment consultant, access to interviewing techniques, regular updates on the local employment market and feedback on applications. This service continues through to the day you start your new role and beyond.

Office Angels are an equal opportunity employer and act as a recruitment agency for this vacancy.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.

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