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Residential Conveyancing Legal Secretary Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Office Based Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Join a highly regarded regional law firm as a Residential Conveyancing Paralegal or Legal Secretary. This role is perfect for professionals who thrive in a collaborative, office-based environment and are looking to be part of a supportive property team known for excellent client care and a strong local reputation. Day-to-day of the role: Provide hands-on support to one or more fee earners handling a varied residential conveyancing caseload, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and new build matters (where applicable). Prepare and draft standard conveyancing documentation. Manage the opening and closing of files, carrying out AML and compliance checks. Handle correspondence with clients, estate agents, solicitors, lenders, and third parties. Manage telephone and email enquiries professionally and confidently. Utilise a case management system to progress matters efficiently. Provide general administrative and secretarial support as required. Required Skills & Qualifications: Previous experience in residential conveyancing is essential. Knowledge of post-completion processes and Land Registry procedures. Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Confident communicator with a professional and client-focused approach. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems. A positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to support others. Benefits: Competitive salary of £25,000 - £30,000. Stable, long-term permanent position within a supportive and experienced conveyancing team. Modern, well-run practice with a strong local reputation. High-quality work and well-established processes. Friendly, professional office environment. How to Apply: If you are an experienced Residential Conveyancing Paralegal or Legal Secretary looking for a secure role within a respected firm that values quality, teamwork, and professionalism, this is an excellent opportunity. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking a long-term position within a stable and reputable practice. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to Mark Watts at Reed, your Local Legal Recruitment Manager.

AmicusLaw Solicitors is a friendly Dorset, Somerset and Devon-based Law Firm. We are an experienced, specialist team of tenacious, yet friendly lawyers. Passionate about representing our clients interests, with offices in Bridgwater, Minehead, Wellington, Yeovil, Martock, Exeter, Taunton, Ilminster, Weymouth and Tiverton. We are looking for an additional member to our Residential Conveyancing team to fill the role of Residential Conveyancer. Assisting the firm in meeting its professional obligations and business viability in accordance with the needs of the firm and the legal market. To provide a high level of legal advice and assistance to the clients of the firm in regard to Residential Conveyancing. Ensuring that the advice given is accurate and comprehensive and that all advice provided, is clearly recorded on the client s file. About the role: Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the CQS and CML requirements, to include, but not limited to:- Drafting letters and legal documents Checking title documents to properties Liaising directly with other parties with enquiries/replies Undertaking searches with Local Authority, Land Registry etc. Reporting to clients with relevant information and advising clients where necessary Attending upon clients to sign legal documents. Drawing up completion statements Agreeing dates with all parties and exchanging Contracts Arranging the transfer of monies on completion Submitting stamp duty forms and registering documents at Land Registry Complying with Solicitors Accounts Rules and Rules of Professional Conduct of solicitors Exercising high standards of client care at all times Participation in marketing activities and active promotion of the firm Financial control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures on own matters Ensuring confidentiality and security of Firm s and client s documentation and information Carrying out any other duties relevant to the position as and when required by your Line Manager and the Partners of the Firm. Ensure proper control of work in progress, billing and cash collection. Attendance at departmental meetings. Be effective in developing new work from existing clients and seek new clients. Will develop and support marketing initiatives. Maintain and nurture an appropriate network of contacts and referrers and endeavour to promote the firm in your professional and personal live. Maintain IT skills appropriate to modern legal practice, to include conducting research on the internet and ensure proper filing of all data. Exceed or meet agreed Key Performance Indicator targets whilst working to continuously improve Provide leadership, management and supervision (as appropriate) to staff members they oversee or supervise, whether on an office or departmental basis, and Manage the productivity of their own support staff or secretary as appropriate in order that own KPI s and targets can be achieved. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent £35,000 to £60,000 depending on experience. Benefits: Company events Company pension Referral programme Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred) Experience: Residential Conveyancing: 4 years (required) Work Location: In person

Our client has a full-time vacancy for a Legal Secretary to provide an efficient secretarial service to Solicitors within the Commercial Property department. You will require previous commercial conveyancing experience and good audio-typing skills. The role: Joining a busy and friendly commercial property team Opening new files to include sending initial letters to client and obtaining money on account Undertaking anti-money laundering searches and completing compliance documentation accordingly General administration duties such as filing, sending faxes, emails, closing files etc. Undertaking searches Completion of SDLT and other forms at the direction of a solicitor Completion of accounts paperwork for monies received and monies out Typing Taking telephone calls from clients, agents and third-party solicitors and providing appropriate updates where necessary Assisting with the paperwork/processes for completion Sending post completion letters to relevant parties Assisting with general office administration including Reception on a rota basis Requirements: have a background as a secretary working in a property department, preferably commercial property be familiar with general processes relating to leasehold and commercial property transactions and will be familiar with the terminology used be confident and capable when meeting clients face to face who drop into the office from time to time to collect or deliver paperwork have a confident telephone manner will have good organisational and administration skills Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

Talent Guardian are working with a well-established law firm in Poole who are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary to support within their Property team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and friendly environment where you'll play a key role supporting a busy fee earner across a variety of property matters. The Role: Providing full secretarial support to a fee earner within the Property team Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence Assisting with drafting legal documents and preparing files for completion Supporting with the full conveyancing process, including completions Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and organising appointments Handling client queries and maintaining strong client relationships General administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Legal Secretary is essential Property experience is required - ideally within Commercial Property or Residential Property Experience dealing with completions and assisting with drafting is essential Strong typing and organisational skills Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines Confident communicator with a professional and proactive approach If you have property experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Poole, we'd love to hear from you.

Legal Secretary Our client a highly regarded law firm with a heritage spanning back over 130 years, has an excellent reputation for providing a first class service to people and businesses throughout Essex. Are now recruiting for an experienced Commercial Property / Residential Property Legal secretary to join their Commercial / Residential Conveyancing department based in Chelmsford As a Commercial/ Residential Property Legal Secretary you will provide secretarial support to the Head of Commercial Property. The Role You will provide secretarial support to the Head of Commercial Property Audio typing /digital dictation (Bighand) Diary management Dealing with incoming telephone calls , emails/post and general correspondence Opening client files, sending out client care letters Drafting legal documents, amending lengthy legal documents Track changes Applying for searches via the Land Registry Dealing with exchanges and completions Liaising with clients, Estate Agents, Solicitors and mortgage lenders The candidate At least 1 years recent Commercial / Residential P roperty L egal Se cretarial/ Legal Assistants experience Accurate audio typing skills, including Digital dictation Experience with Microsoft office , word, outlook, Excel Able to prioritise and multitask Monday to Friday 9.00am 5.30 pm , part time also considered Benefits 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holiday s Day of for your birthday, extra day off over the Christmas period Pension Life Insurance Free Parking Friendly working environment Apply Now If you feel this is the right opportunity for you contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2362 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion. For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion .

Conveyancing Secretary Worsley Up to 25,000 (DOE) Monday - Friday 9am-5pm (Full time OR Part time working arrangements available) Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Conveyancing Secretary looking for a role where your skills are genuinely valued and your work-life balance respected? Our client is a well-established, highly regarded law firm with over 30 years of success, operating from modern offices in Walkden and Worsley. They have built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to a loyal and growing client base, while maintaining a friendly, approachable culture. Why join this firm? They are: Renowned for being approachable and accessible Committed to exceptional professional standards Home to experienced, knowledgeable solicitors A trusted choice for both commercial and private clients Founder signatories of the Law Society's Diversity Charter Proud supporters of Returner to Work and Modern Apprenticeship programmes The Role You'll play a key role supporting the conveyancing team, with varied and rewarding responsibilities including: Typing and preparing legal correspondence Completing Land Registry and Stamp Duty Land Tax forms Handling reception duties, including answering calls and welcoming clients Preparing billing and completion statements General administrative tasks such as scanning, photocopying, emails and faxes Requesting and managing property searches What's in it for you? No weekends - enjoy a healthy work-life balance Competitive salary Fully paid training and ongoing support Holiday entitlement increases with length of service Clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive firm Interested in taking the next step in your legal career? Click APPLY to find out more and start your journey with a firm that invests in you.

Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Commercial Property Department based in Coventry. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents Completing forms and drafting documents Operating electronic search systems and submitting applications to the Land Registry and HMRC Running files on a case management system and following file procedures Updating file checklists Dealing with Money Laundering procedures including scanning client ID, electronic verification and identification within Office Procedures Producing completion statements Producing invoices and dealing with accounting Undertaking inhouse training and development Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments Covering reception as & when required Providing commercial conveyancing secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)

Role: Paralegal - Corporate Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire, or Sheffield, South Yorkshire Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 Contract: Full time, permanent We are working with a well-established and expanding law firm to recruit a Paralegal to join their Corporate & Commercial team. This is a dynamic, hands-on opportunity for someone with a strong legal secretarial background who is keen to take the next step into a more paralegal-focused role. The position offers a blend of administrative support and substantive legal work, particularly in relation to corporate transactions and governance. The Role The successful candidate will play an integral role in supporting fee earners within the Corporate team, contributing to the efficient progression of matters through a combination of high-quality administrative and legal assistance. While some traditional support duties remain, the role has a clear emphasis on developing and undertaking paralegal-level responsibilities, making it ideal for someone looking to advance their legal career. Key Responsibilities Paralegal Duties: Drafting corporate documentation, including board minutes, resolutions, and basic agreements Preparing and submitting documentation to Companies House Conducting company searches and due diligence checks Maintaining statutory registers and company records Supporting corporate transactions and commercial matters Assisting with regulatory and compliance processes General Legal Support: Assisting fee earners with day-to-day matter management Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence Managing document production and digital dictation Liaising with clients, financial institutions, and third parties Supporting billing, invoicing, and file management processes Maintaining accurate and organised electronic filing systems Handling confidential information with discretion About You Previous experience within a corporate or commercial legal environment (paralegal or legal secretary) Demonstrable interest in, or experience of, corporate legal work Strong understanding of corporate procedures and documentation Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with case management systems Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines Proactive, adaptable, and professional approach A team player with the confidence to work independently Client-focused mindset Qualifications & Experience Previous experience in a legal support or paralegal role (ideally 3+ years) Legal Secretarial or Paralegal qualification desirable, but not essential What's on Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and additional discretionary Christmas leave Healthcare cash plan Company pension scheme Life assurance (death in service cover) Free will-writing services and discounted conveyancing Regular social and team events A supportive, collaborative environment with genuine opportunities for career progression Additional Information: CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. This vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days. Always use these settings

AmicusLaw Solicitors is a friendly Dorset, Somerset and Devon-based Law Firm. We are an experienced, specialist team of tenacious, yet friendly lawyers. Passionate about representing our clients interests, with offices in Bridgwater, Minehead, Wellington, Yeovil, Martock, Exeter, Taunton, Ilminster, Weymouth and Tiverton. We are looking for an additional member to our Residential Conveyancing team to fill the role of Residential Conveyancer in our Ilminster office. Assisting the firm in meeting its professional obligations and business viability in accordance with the needs of the firm and the legal market. To provide a high level of legal advice and assistance to the clients of the firm in regard to Residential Conveyancing. Ensuring that the advice given is accurate and comprehensive and that all advice provided, is clearly recorded on the client s file. About the role: Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the CQS and CML requirements, to include, but not limited to:- Drafting letters and legal documents Checking title documents to properties Liaising directly with other parties with enquiries/replies Undertaking searches with Local Authority, Land Registry etc. Reporting to clients with relevant information and advising clients where necessary Attending upon clients to sign legal documents. Drawing up completion statements Agreeing dates with all parties and exchanging Contracts Arranging the transfer of monies on completion Submitting stamp duty forms and registering documents at Land Registry Complying with Solicitors Accounts Rules and Rules of Professional Conduct of solicitors Exercising high standards of client care at all times Participation in marketing activities and active promotion of the firm Financial control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures on own matters Ensuring confidentiality and security of Firm s and client s documentation and information Carrying out any other duties relevant to the position as and when required by your Line Manager and the Partners of the Firm. Ensure proper control of work in progress, billing and cash collection. Attendance at departmental meetings. Be effective in developing new work from existing clients and seek new clients. Will develop and support marketing initiatives. Maintain and nurture an appropriate network of contacts and referrers and endeavour to promote the firm in your professional and personal live. Maintain IT skills appropriate to modern legal practice, to include conducting research on the internet and ensure proper filing of all data. Exceed or meet agreed Key Performance Indicator targets whilst working to continuously improve Provide leadership, management and supervision (as appropriate) to staff members they oversee or supervise, whether on an office or departmental basis, and Manage the productivity of their own support staff or secretary as appropriate in order that own KPI s and targets can be achieved. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent £35,000 to £60,000 depending on experience. Benefits: Company events Company pension Referral programme Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred) Experience: Residential Conveyancing: 4 years (required) Work Location: In person