Job Description
Conveyancing Secretary
Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 (DOE)Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)Office-Based - Edinburgh
Reed is supporting a long-established and highly regarded legal practice in Edinburgh to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary. This is a varied and engaging role providing secretarial support across Residential Conveyancing, Private Client, and Family Law matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, proactive legal secretary looking for a stable and rewarding role in a friendly, professional environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will report into one of the partners, assisting primarily with conveyancing while also contributing to family law and private client work, including wills and powers of attorney.
The role is fully office-based, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Part-time applicants may be considered, provided essential Thursday and Friday coverage can be maintained.
Key Responsibilities
Conveyancing
- Audio typing and document production
- Preparing Land Registration forms and LBTT returns
- Instructing legal reports
- Managing correspondence and documentation for property transactions
Private Client
- Preparing wills, powers of attorney, and related documents
- General file administration and client communication
Family Law
- Typing and managing routine correspondence
- Supporting solicitors with administrative tasks on family cases
General Office Support
- Handling dictation
- Answering calls and taking accurate messages
- Acting as a friendly and professional first point of contact
- Assisting with general administrative duties as needed
About You
Essential
- Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally in conveyancing
- Fast and accurate audio typing
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confident communication and a professional manner
- Ability to support multiple fee-earners in a busy practice
Desirable
- Experience in private client and/or family law
- Familiarity with Scottish conveyancing procedures
- Flexibility to take on a varied workload
If you have the necessary experience, please apply now or contact Robbie Edinburgh office.
