Legal Secretary

Reed

Posted 10 days ago, valid for 21 days

Romford, Greater London RM5 3BZ, England

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A prestigious High-End Boutique Law Firm in Essex/London is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for a full-time position with a salary range of £25,000 - £30,000.
The role requires a solid background in Residential Property and proven experience as a Legal Secretary in Conveyancing.
Candidates should possess exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.
Daily responsibilities include audio and copy typing, managing client inquiries, drafting legal documents, and organizing diary management.
The position offers an immediate start and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with exposure to a variety of legal tasks.

Legal Secretary

Job Type: Full-time
Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm.
Location: Essex/London - parking onsite + short walk to underground station
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000

A prestigious High-End Boutique Law Firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive support to their legal team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, be proactive, and possess the confidence to liaise with partners and senior professionals. A solid background in Residential Property is essential for this role, which offers an immediate start.

Day to Day of the role:

Perform audio and copy typing tasks with accuracy.
Handle incoming calls and respond to client enquiries via telephone and email.
Provide administrative support to lawyers, paralegals, and partners.
Manage copying and scanning duties efficiently.
Liaise with other lawyers and paralegals through various communication channels.
Draft legal documents and correspondence with attention to detail.
Proofread documents and make necessary amendments.
Submit SDLT returns and handle Land Registry applications.
Apply for property searches as required.
Organise diary management and meeting arrangements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Legal Secretary in Conveyancing.
In-depth knowledge of Property Law and Residential Property.
Professional and efficient with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous in task execution.
Personable, self-motivated, and demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Proficient in MS Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Strong communication skills to interact with clients and colleagues at all levels.
Impeccable time management and an understanding of conveyancing procedures.

Benefits:

Competitive salary package.
Opportunity to work in a high-end, supportive environment.
Exposure to a variety of legal tasks and responsibilities.

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