Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Job title:

Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Company

Law Staff Legal Recruitment

Job description

Job Title: Conveyancing Secretary
Location: East London
Salary: £24,000 – £33,000
Job Reference: 36894About Our Client
Our Client is seeking a highly skilled Conveyancing Secretary to join their conveyancing team. This is a full-time role, offering a competitive salary based on experience.About the Role
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the fee earner to maximize their focus on providing legal services to clients by handling administrative tasks efficiently. This position is client-facing, making it essential for the candidate to be a confident communicator who can engage with clients and other staff members sensitively, professionally, and proactively.Key Responsibilities
– Audio typing, sending out letters, emails, and faxes.
– Preparing and drafting documents (from audio dictation).
– Photocopying, printing, scanning, and organizing couriers.
– Opening and closing files.
– Handling internal and external telephone queries, ensuring messages are passed on in a timely manner.
– Monitoring post and emails, dealing with correspondence as appropriate.
– Dealing with basic queries and general administration tasks.
– Preparing bills and assisting in the billing process by liaising with fee earners and the accounts department.
– Requesting cheques, bank transfers, and paying in received money as required.
– Providing reception cover when necessary.
– Preparing and amending legal documents such as lease extensions, deeds, completion statements, and Land Registry forms using the Land Registry portal.What We Are Looking For
– Excellent communication skills.
– Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
– Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
– Experience in legal secretarial work, particularly within conveyancing, is preferred.How to Apply
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.Contact Person: Haneen Shuweikh
Contact Email: Haneen.shuweikh@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone: 01954 208084
Contact Mobile: 07562 313057IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made).Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Haneen Shuweikh directly at Haneen.shuweikh@law-staff.co.uk or call 01954 208084 for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Expected salary

£24000 – 33000 per year

Location

South Woodford, East London

Job date

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:59:50 GMT

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