Legal Secretary – Residential Conveyancing

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a leading regional law firm’s Residential Conveyancing team in Tunbridge Wells. The role offers a hybrid working model with two days a week remote, supporting a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality administrative and legal support to conveyancing solicitors and fee earners.
• Prepare, format, amend and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• Submit applications and manage documentation through HM Land Registry.
• Complete and lodge Stamp Duty Land Tax forms.
• Order property searches, compile search packs and maintain case files.
• Open new matters and ensure compliance with firm procedures.
• Maintain electronic and paper files throughout each matter’s progression.
• Use Elite 3E and other case‑management systems to record and update matter information.
• Manage diaries, arrange meetings and monitor key deadlines.
• Liaise professionally with clients, solicitors, agents, lenders and other external parties.
• Assist with billing, financial administration and closure of completed matters.
• Support the wider team with general administrative duties as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience supporting a residential property department within a law firm.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional communication style with internal and external stakeholders.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Elite 3E case‑management software.

What we offer

• Permanent contract with flexible full‑time or part‑time options.
• Salary range £28,000‑£34,000 per year, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working – two remote days per week.
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional leave at Christmas.
• Pension contributions and life assurance.