Legal Secretary (Conveyanding/Property)

Brightwork Limited; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support their conveyancing team. This role involves preparing legal documents, managing client correspondence, and liaising with various parties. Ideal candidates will have a background in residential conveyancing and strong typing skills. The firm promotes a supportive culture and offers hybrid working along with opportunities for career development, including funding for paralegal qualifications.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Supportive culture

Funding for paralegal qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within conveyancing/property.
• Training provided on all internal systems.
• Funding available for Paralegal qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and formatting legal documents with accuracy.
• Managing correspondence and file administration.
• Using the case management system to maintain records.
• Audio typing and digital dictation.
• Liaising with clients and third parties.

Skills

Confident typing and audio typing skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Proactive and organised approach

Job description

We are supporting an established Ayrshire law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with a background in residential conveyancing/property to join their busy team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied support role and thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment.

The firm offers hybrid working, a supportive culture, and access to a bespoke case management system. They are also committed to career development and are willing to fund paralegal qualifications for secretaries wishing to move into this area.

The Role

As a Legal Secretary within the conveyancing team, you will play a key role in supporting fee earners and ensuring files progress smoothly from instruction through to completion. Daily responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and formatting legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail
• Managing correspondence, client updates, and file administration
• Using the firm's case management system to maintain and update records
• Audio typing and digital dictation
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, lenders, and other third parties
• Supporting colleagues with diary management, scanning, filing, and general office duties
• Assisting on reception when required

About You

• Experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within conveyancing/property
• Confident typing and audio typing skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• Excellent communication skills and a professional manner with clients
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage deadlines
• A proactive and organised approach to supporting fee earners
• Training provided on all internal systems
• Funding available for Paralegal qualifications