Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant (Hybrid)

SJC Partners Limited; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Healthcare benefit scheme

Parking cost reimbursement

Performance-based bonus scheme

Job summary

SJC Partners Limited is seeking a Conveyancing Legal Secretary/Assistant in Chichester. You will provide secretarial and administrative support across residential conveyancing and commercial property matters, ensuring accurate electronic files and timely responses to clients.

Join a close-knit team that values client care and a positive working environment. Hybrid working, healthcare benefits, parking cost reimbursement, and a performance-based bonus scheme are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary or assistant in residential property
• Strong organizational and IT skills
• Professional client communication
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in conveyancing preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day secretarial support to property fee earners
• Organising and maintaining accurate electronic files and records
• Handling client enquiries and liaising with third parties
• Supporting the team with general administration throughout property transactions
• Helping keep files compliant with internal procedures and Lexcel standards
• Managing competing tasks and completing work accurately within deadlines
• Using the firm's IT systems to support efficient paperless working
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver a professional, responsive service

Skills

Administrative skills

Secretarial skills

IT skills

Client communication

Time management

Team support

Tools

Legal IT systems

Job description

• Hybrid working - Chichester office
• Previous conveyancing experience essential
• Competitive salary and benefits

Conveyancing Legal Secretary/Assistant
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Location: Chichester
Job type: Full-time
Benefits include:

• Hybrid working
• Healthcare benefit scheme
• Reimbursement of office parking costs
• Performance-based bonus scheme

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Conveyancing Assistant looking to join a friendly, supportive property team?

A well-established law firm with a strong regional reputation is looking for a Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join its Chichester office. You'll join a close-knit team that values excellent client care and offers a positive, inclusive working environment.

The role

You'll provide secretarial and administrative support to fee earners across residential conveyancing and commercial property matters.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day secretarial support to property fee earners
• Organising and maintaining accurate electronic files and records
• Handling client enquiries and liaising with third parties
• Supporting the team with general administration throughout property transactions
• Helping keep files compliant with internal procedures and Lexcel standards
• Managing competing tasks and completing work accurately within deadlines
• Using the firm's IT systems to support efficient paperless working
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver a professional, responsive service

About you

• Previous legal secretary or assistant experience within a residential property department
• Strong administrative, secretarial and IT skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• A confident, professional approach to client communication
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• A proactive approach and enthusiasm for supporting your team