Legal Secretary - In-House Conveyancing

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join an in‑house legal team in Southend‑on‑Sea. The role supports a busy department focused on landlord‑tenant and property law, providing essential administrative and secretarial assistance while contributing to case management and wider projects.

Key responsibilities

• Provide full secretarial support to the Head of Legal and the wider team
• Audio typing, copy typing and transcription of legal documents
• Draft, prepare and engross legal documentation for service
• Open new files, maintain accurate records and prepare files for completion
• Manage diaries, deadlines and court directions
• Support day‑to‑day case management, including post‑completion correspondence
• Liaise with solicitors, leaseholders and internal departments to progress matters efficiently
• Act as the first point of contact for incoming calls and queries
• Assist with high‑volume legal projects such as lease variations
• Support billing processes and invoicing on completed matters
• Undertake legal and general research tasks as required
• Archive and maintain files in line with company procedures

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in property or landlord‑and‑tenant law
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Professional telephone manner and excellent communication skills

Required skills

• Audio typing
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive in‑house legal team
• Exposure to a wide range of property and landlord‑and‑tenant matters