Legal Secretary – Conveyancing

An established law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary / Assistant to join its busy Residential Conveyancing team in Southend-on-Sea. This role provides administrative and secretarial support to the department, assisting with the smooth running of property transactions. The Role You will provide support to the Residential Conveyancing team, including: • Providing administrative and secretarial support to fee earners • Preparing correspondence and legal documents • Managing files and maintaining accurate records • Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents and other third parties • Assisting with the progression of residential property transactions • Updating case management systems and ensuring information is recorded accurately • Managing general department administration and supporting team members • Ensuring a high standard of client service throughout matters Requirements • Previous experience within a legal environment is essential • Residential Conveyancing experience is desirable but not essential • Strong administration and organisational skills • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy • Good written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively within a busy team • Professional and client-focused approach • Confidence using IT systems; experience with case management systems would be advantageous This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary or Assistant looking to join a busy Residential Conveyancing department within an established law firm. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful