Legal Secretary - Residential Conveyancing
Location: Staines
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000
Our client is a well-established legal practice known for providing straightforward, approachable advice to clients across the region. They're seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their conveyancing team. If you have solid experience in residential conveyancing and strong organisational skills, this permanent role offers the chance to develop your career within a practice that values clarity, efficiency and client relationships.
Position Overview
You'll play a key role in supporting the conveyancing department, ensuring property transactions run smoothly and accurately. Working closely with solicitors, clients, estate agents and mortgage lenders, you'll manage multiple cases simultaneously, handling everything from document preparation to Land Registry applications. Your attention to detail and ability to prioritise will directly contribute to successful transaction completions and positive client experiences.
Responsibilities
Prepare legal correspondence and documents for residential property transactions including contracts, leases and completion statements
Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other parties throughout the conveyancing process
Assist with title checks and searches, ensuring compliance with Land Registry requirements
Handle telephone and email enquiries professionally, providing timely updates to clients
Maintain accurate records and update the case management system consistently
Open and close files, complete AML checks and conduct conflict checks
Make appointments, arrange meetings and maintain diaries for fee earners
Support accounts staff with completion setup, statement of accounts and bill generation
Download title documents from Land Registry and prepare contract packs
Submit Land Registry applications and manage requisitions promptly
Prepare and process Stamp Duty Land Tax on completion
Assist with pre-exchange, pre-completion, completion and post-completion matters
Prepare and dispatch post, emails and faxes with relevant enclosures Requirements
Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within residential conveyancing
Excellent typing, audio and dictation skills
Strong customer service abilities to build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders
Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Word
Experience using case management systems such as Leap (advantageous)
Ability to prioritise work, function under pressure and remain calm and professional
Strong calendar and file management skills
Initiative and a positive, can-do attitude
Commitment to continued learning and professional development
Benefits
Employer contribution pension scheme
Death in service benefit
20 days annual leave (full time) plus bank holidays
Birthday annual leave
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
On-site parking
Alongside these benefits, you'll work within a supportive, collaborative environment where clear communication and practical solutions are valued.
The practice prioritises building long-lasting relationships and showing loyalty to both clients and team members, creating a workplace where your contributions are recognised and your professional growth is encouraged. How to Apply
If you're looking to advance your career and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please send your application to us. Include your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in residential conveyancing, and any additional supporting documents to (url removed) Please ensure your commute to the office is no more than 30 minutes. We'll review applications on a rolling basis and contact suitable candidates to discuss the opportunity further
