Full job descriptionLegal Secretary / Legal Assistant - Residential Conveyancing
Working hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Working arrangement: Fully office-based
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
We are currently recruiting for a Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join a busy and established Residential Conveyancing Department based near Canary Wharf.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and experienced legal support professional looking to join a growing team. Previous conveyancing experience is advantageous, although candidates with strong relevant legal administration experience will also be considered.
The RoleYou will provide day-to-day administrative and secretarial support to the conveyancing team, assisting fee earners with residential property transactions from instruction through to completion and file closure.
Key Responsibilities*Opening and closing client files and maintaining accurate file records
*Assisting with residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion
*Liaising professionally with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and solicitors
*Preparing and sending correspondence and legal documentation
*Managing diaries, appointments and general administrative tasks
*Supporting fee earners with the progression of property transactions
*Assisting with Land Registry-related administration and post-completion matters
*Monitoring outstanding actions and ensuring files progress efficiently
*Assisting with the preparation/review of financial statements where required
*Ensuring files are properly completed and closed in accordance with procedures
About YouWe are looking for someone who is:
*Experienced within a legal secretarial, legal assistant or conveyancing environment
*Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
*Detail-oriented with excellent administrative skills
*Professional and confident when communicating with clients and external parties
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
*Reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
*Familiar with residential property/conveyancing processes
What’s on Offer*28 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
*An additional day of annual leave after 2 years’ service
*Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
*Fully office-based role in Canary Wharf
*Opportunity to join an established conveyancing team
*Support and training provided where required
*Open-plan, professional working environment
*Long-term opportunity within a growing department