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Legal Secretary – Residential Property Team
Location: Richmond, Surrey
Salary: up to £32,000
Permanent, Full-Time (Part-time considered for the right candidate – 4 days per week)

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary with a strong background in residential property and conveyancing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy providing essential support to a busy team? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our client, a well-established regional law firm in Richmond, is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join their Residential Property team. This is a permanent, full-time position, though the firm is happy to consider candidates seeking to work four days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide secretarial and administrative support to a busy team of conveyancers and solicitors within the Residential Property department.

* Assist with the preparation and management of property documentation, including contracts, transfers, and Land Registry applications.

* Ensure the smooth processing of residential property transactions, including registering property with the Land Registry, ordering searches, and preparing completion statements.

* Dictation typing and managing correspondence, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

* Maintain client files and records in compliance with legal procedures and the firm’s policies.

* Handle client enquiries and provide excellent client service over the phone and via email.

* Organise meetings, appointments, and assist with diary management.

* Ensure deadlines are met and provide efficient administrative support to the wider team.

Key Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Legal Secretary within residential property and conveyancing (essential).

* Familiarity with residential property transactions, including Land Registry procedures and property documentation.

* Strong dictation and typing skills.

* Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage a busy workload and meet tight deadlines.

* Professional telephone manner and excellent communication skills.

* Proficient in MS Office, case management systems, and other relevant legal software.

* A proactive and adaptable approach to work in a fast-paced environment.

* A positive attitude and a desire to work as part of a team.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary based on experience.

* Permanent, full-time position (4-day week option available).

* Supportive and friendly team environment.

* Opportunity to work with a leading regional firm with strong growth potential.

* Convenient location in Richmond, close to local amenities and transport links.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated Legal Secretary to join a reputable regional law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. If you have the required experience and are ready to take on a new challenge, we would love to hear from you