Administration Assistant - Conveyancing Department

  • Edwards Employment Solutions Ltd
  • Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • Jan 29, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Administration Assistant - Conveyancing Department

&#(phone number removed); Chesterfield &#(phone number removed); Full-Time &#(phone number removed); Permanent

Precision. Process. Progression.
If ticking boxes gives you satisfaction, deadlines keep you focused, and a well-organised workflow is your happy place - keep reading.

Edwards Employment Solutions are proud to be recruiting a Administration Assistant on behalf of a highly respected, busy and successful legal practice based in Chesterfield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is procedural, methodical and detail-driven, and who takes real pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

The Role What You ll Actually Be Doing

This is a process-heavy, structured administration role supporting an experienced fee earner within a thriving conveyancing department. You ll be trusted with repeatable, deadline-led tasks that are critical to keeping files moving efficiently and compliantly.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing day-to-day administrative tasks including typing, filing and updating the firm s case management system
Opening, maintaining and closing legal files accurately and in line with set procedures
Diarising files for review and ensuring key dates are met
Chasing outstanding information and documentation in a timely, professional manner
Handling routine client and estate agent communications by phone and email
Preparing standard correspondence and routine conveyancing documentation
Supporting registration applications and basic conveyancing processes
Assisting with general departmental administration and occasional cover at nearby offices if required
Supporting light marketing and networking activities when needed

This is a busy, structured environment where attention to detail and consistency matter. You ll be doing similar tasks regularly - and that s a good thing if you re wired that way.

This Role Is Perfect For Someone Who:

Enjoys working to clear processes and defined systems
Finds comfort in routine, repetition and structure
Takes pride in accuracy, organisation and doing things properly
Is happy working to deadlines and keeping multiple files on track
Likes knowing exactly what s expected of them
Gets satisfaction from a job done correctly, not rushed

If you re someone who loves lists, systems, checklists and order you ll thrive here.

Skills & Attributes We re Looking For

Strong administrative and IT skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
A reliable, dependable and consistent work ethic
A calm, focused approach under time pressure
Team-oriented but confident working independently
Professional, organised and conscientious

Legal or conveyancing experience is helpful but not essential this role is equally suited to someone with strong admin experience who wants to build a career in the legal sector.

What s On Offer

Permanent position from day one
Option to work 4 days a week if this is preferred - £17.8Kpa for 28 hours OR 35 hours over 5 days for £22.2Kpa
Structured training and development
Supportive, professional working environment
Clear processes and expectations no chaos, no guesswork
Long-term stability and progression for the right person

Interested?

If you re reading this thinking this sounds like me , we want to hear from you.

&#(phone number removed); Apply today with your CV
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