Legal Secretary – Residential Property Conveyancing

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join the Residential Property/Conveyancing team of a well‑established law firm. The successful candidate will provide high‑quality secretarial and administrative support to a busy group of fee earners, ensuring smooth property transactions from start to finish.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare documents and correspondence related to conveyancing matters.
• Handle audio dictation and typing tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain and administer client files.
• Arrange appointments and manage calendars for the team.
• Process property‑related tasks such as search requests, ordering documents, and submitting applications for transfers and mortgages through the Land Registry.
• Draft sales contracts and manage post‑exchange formalities.
• Oversee day‑of‑completion and post‑completion activities.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary in conveyancing.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Proficiency in audio dictation and typing.
• Good knowledge of Land Registry procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive and friendly demeanour.

Required skills

• Audio dictation
• Typing
• Knowledge of Land Registry procedures

What we offer

• Free parking
• Excellent benefits package