Legal Secretary (Conveyancing)

Additional Resources Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 574,000 - 677,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice is seeking a Legal Secretary (Conveyancing) to support its busy conveyancing department. The role involves managing a variety of administrative and legal tasks to allow fee earners to focus on client work. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a similar role, strong audio typing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time role with a competitive salary of £29,000 and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Conveyancing Secretary or similar role.
• Demonstrable experience as a Legal Secretary within conveyancing.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Producing legal documentation and correspondence.
• Drafting, formatting, and issuing letters and emails.
• Managing administrative tasks such as scanning and photocopying.
• Liaising with clients professionally.
• Preparing and amending legal documents.
• Assisting with billing procedures.

Skills

Audio typing skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience in conveyancing

Professional communication

Ability to manage priorities

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

An Exciting Opportunity Has Arisen for a Legal Secretary (Conveyancing) to join a well-established legal practice that specialises in delivering a broad range of property and private client services.

As a Legal Secretary (Conveyancing), you will be supporting a busy conveyancing department, ensuring fee earners can focus on client work by managing a variety of administrative and legal tasks.

This is a full-time role offering a salary of £29,000 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Producing legal documentation and correspondence through audio typing and dictation.
• Drafting, formatting, and issuing letters, emails, and other communications.
• Managing day-to-day administrative tasks such as scanning, photocopying, printing, and organising couriers.
• Opening and closing files in accordance with compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients in a professional and discreet manner, including handling incoming calls and queries.
• Preparing and amending legal documents, including deeds, lease extensions, completion statements, and Land Registry submissions.
• Using online portals to manage and track applications.
• Assisting with billing procedures and liaising with relevant internal teams to process financial transactions.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previously worked as a Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Legal PA, Legal Administrator, Conveyancing Admin Assistant, Legal Typist or in a similar role.
• Demonstrable experience as a Legal Secretary within conveyancing.
• Proficient audio typing skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Professional and composed communication style with the ability to handle sensitive client interactions.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive, adaptable attitude with a willingness to support colleagues.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• A supportive, friendly team within a highly regarded legal environment.
• A varied and engaging role with genuine responsibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in conveyancing.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected legal team and take the next step in your career.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.