Residential Property Secretary

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Job summary

An established law firm in Salisbury is looking for an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their friendly Residential Property team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in conveyancing support, with strong typing and communication skills, ready to support fee earners in a busy office environment. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive team.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Health insurance

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a conveyancing legal support role.
• Proficient with case management systems.
• Proactive and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to residential property fee earners.
• Handle SDLT returns and Land Registry applications.
• Communicate with clients and manage documentation.

Skills

Strong typing

IT skills

Excellent communication

Organisation

Multitasking

Job description

An established and highly respected law firm in Salisbury is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their busy and friendly Residential Property team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in conveyancing support who takes pride in being organised, reliable, and client-focused.

Key Responsibilities:
Providing full administrative and secretarial support to residential property fee earners
Typing letters, contracts, leases, and legal documents (audio typing experience essential)
Liaising professionally with clients, estate agents, solicitors, and mortgage lenders
Preparing and submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications
Handling pre- and post-completion documentation
Carrying out local authority and other searches
Opening new files and preparing standard quotes for property transactions
Maintaining accurate records and assisting in managing key dates and deadlines

Candidate Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of experience in a conveyancing legal support role
Strong typing and IT skills, including case management systems
Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking abilities
A proactive, team-oriented approach with a keen eye for detail
Confidence handling client communications and managing a busy workload

What's on Offer:
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional holiday entitlement based on length of service (up to 10 extra days)
Company pension scheme and health insurance
Career progression within a growing and supportive firm
A collaborative, welcoming office environment in central Salisbury

This is a great opportunity for a capable Legal Secretary who's looking to build a long-term career with a forward-thinking firm that values its staff and delivers high-quality service to clients.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you.