Residential Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Job title:

Residential Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Company

Quest Employment

Job description

Job Title / Position: Residential Conveyancing Legal Secretary Job Ref no: Quest3Position Type: PermanentBranch Location: Recruitment agency in PeterboroughWork Location: Wisbech, CambridgeshireSalary:
DOEShifts / Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pmJob Description:Conveyancing Legal SecretaryLocation: Wisbech, CambridgeshireFull Time, Permanent RoleSalary – DOEMonday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm,To start ASAPWe are looking for an efficient and enthusiastic Conveyancing Secretary to join our clients busy Solicitors’ office in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire.The successful candidate will support a high-performing fee earners in our clients Conveyancing department, which deals with a wide range of property transactions.Our client is located with excellent public transport links, making the office easily accessible.Key responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support, including audio typing, document preparation, and word processing
• Manage file systems, both paper and electronic, ensuring documents are filed correctly and archiving maintained
• Perform file opening, property searches, all administrative tasks including dealing with exchange, pre and post completion tasks
• Complete SDLT forms and other conveyancing-related documentation
• Communicate effectively with clients, third parties, and internal staff to ensure smooth transactions
• Handle general office tasks such as filing, photocopying, printing, and preparing correspondence/forms
• Support the department with any other secretary tasks as required

Key skills and knowledge:

• Proficient in word processing with a keen eye for detail
• Strong telephone manner and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks
• Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within conveyancing, is preferred but not essential
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively

Quest Employment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment.Date Advertised: 19 March 2025 Date Closes: 07 May 2025Please Contact: Hayley Mitchell –

Expected salary

Location

Peterborough

Job date

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:49:16 GMT

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