Conveyancing Secretary

Our-client,-a-law-practice-with-two-offices-in-Northumberland,-has-enjoyed-a-presence-in-the-region-for-over-150-years.-Specialising-in-Property,-Personal-and-Family-Law,-they-now-seek-a Conveyancing Secretary-for-their-Morpeth-office.

As Conveyancing Secretary, you will:

• Carry out audio typing, printing, scanning, and management of client files
• Draft and prepare various legal forms, contracts, and transfer deeds
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors via phone, email, and letter
• Open, manage, and close client files using the firm''s case management system
• Perform and follow up on local authority and Land Registry searches for property information
• Book appointments, arrange meetings, and manage the calendars of fee earners
• Use Land Registry portals for online applications and registrations, as well as manage electronic communications
• Handle new client enquiries, and update clients on their matters

As Conveyancing Secretary, you will need:

• Strong organisational skills to manage files efficiently
• Competency in Microsoft Office, digital dictation systems, and case management software
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail when preparing documents and managing files

Salary & benefits:

• Up to -30k pa
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Free parking