Legal Secretary / Paralegal – Conveyancing

Clear IT Recruitment; Broad Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in England is seeking a Legal Secretary or Paralegal to join their Conveyancing team. This role offers support to fee earners, focusing on efficient case progression and client service. Ideal candidates will have legal support experience but prior conveyancing experience is not necessary as full training is provided. Enjoy a supportive environment with 25 days annual leave, pension scheme, and other benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Free eye tests

Paid flu vaccinations

Discounted legal advice

Staff introduction bonus

Qualifications

• Legal support experience is essential.
• Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Proactive and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the conveyancing team.
• Prepare and type correspondence and legal documentation.
• Manage diaries, appointments, and key dates.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Word)

Job description

Our client is seeking a Legal Secretary or Paralegal to join their Conveyancing team based in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with legal support experience who is looking to build or develop a career within residential property law. Prior conveyancing experience is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

The firm is a well-established, multi-service practice advising both individuals and businesses. They are known for their professional yet supportive working environment, with a strong focus on client care and teamwork.

Purpose of the Role

To provide secretarial and paralegal support to fee earners within the Conveyancing department, ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and clients receive a high standard of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to the conveyancing team
• Preparing and typing correspondence and legal documentation
• Opening, maintaining, and closing client files
• Answering telephone calls and dealing with client enquiries professionally
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties
• Updating and maintaining records on the firm's case management system
• Assisting fee earners with day-to-day progression of conveyancing matters
• Managing diaries, appointments, and key dates
• Ensuring all confidential information is handled discreetly

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a legal support role (Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal) is essential
• Conveyancing experience is not required
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Comfortable managing a varied workload and working to deadlines
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word
• A proactive and team-focused approach

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Free eye tests
• Paid flu vaccinations
• Discounted legal advice
• Staff introduction bonus

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.