Legal Secretary

Residential Conveyancing Secretary

📍 South West Essex location

💰 £28,000 - £34,000 per year (depending on experience)

Join a Respected, Client-Focused Law Firm

An established and well-regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Secretary to join its busy conveyancing team. The firm is known for its strong community presence, high professional standards and client-focused approach, combining traditional values with modern legal practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a trusted team delivering high-quality legal services with integrity and professionalism.

You will provide dedicated secretarial and administrative support to two fee earners, assisting with both transactional residential conveyancing and lease extension matters. The role requires efficiency, organisation, and the ability to manage files from instruction through to completion.

• Providing comprehensive secretarial support to residential conveyancing fee earners
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors
• Audio typing and document preparation
• Managing client onboarding and associated administrative tasks
• Preparing fee quotations
• Supporting the smooth progression of files through to completion

The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, and professional, with a strong understanding of the conveyancing process.

• Ideally 3 years' experience in residential conveyancing secretarial work
• Experience with handling post-completion work; SDLT returns & Land Registry applications
• Strong understanding of residential conveyancing procedures
• Excellent typing, organisational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in case management systems and Microsoft Office
• A positive, team-oriented attitude with strong attention to detail

• Competitive salary of £28,000 - £34,000 per year (depending on experience)
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• The chance to join a respected, community-focused legal team

If you are looking to work in a professional yet welcoming environment where client care and excellence are at the forefront, I'd love to hear from you. Please apply to this ad or send your CV to (url removed) or contact me on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.