Legal Assistant (Conveyancing)

An opportunity has arisen for a Conveyancing Secretary / Conveyancing Assistant to join a well-regarded and long-standing law firm known for delivering expert legal advice across multiple practice areas including property, family, litigation, and private client matters.

As a Conveyancing Secretary / Conveyancing Assistant, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a conveyancing fee earner, ensuring matters progress efficiently and accurately.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £25,000 - £29,000 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

? Producing correspondence and documentation through audio dictation and standard templates
? Managing the opening and closing of files, including compliance and anti-money laundering procedures
? Preparing conveyancing documents and handling general file administration
? Coordinating printing, scanning, photocopying and courier arrangements
? Handling incoming calls and messages, dealing with queries where appropriate
? Managing post and email correspondence on active matters
? Processing financial transactions, including requesting cheques and bank transfers
? Submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications via online portals
? Using lender and conveyancing portals to manage applications and updates
? Monitoring priority periods and responding to requisitions within required timescales


What we are looking for

? Previously worked as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Legal Administrator, Legal Clerk or in a similar role
? Ideally have experience in residential conveyancing
? Strong audio typing and document production skills
? Confidence dealing with clients in a professional and discreet manner
? Ability to manage competing tasks in a fast-paced environment
? A proactive and supportive approach to working within a legal team


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