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What we do

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd liaises directly with practice managers and solicitors, searching for and screening applicants using recruitment agency processes. Telephone interviews and submits relevant candidates before arranging interviews.
A leading supplier of solicitors, legal executives , conveyancers , paralegals, legal cashiers and legal secretaries.
 If you would like to discuss your recruitment needs or if you are looking for a role in the legal sector please contact me

Legal Assistant Our client, based in Colchester, has grown to be one of the leading law firms in Essex. Offering a full range of legal advice to businesses and individual clients, they now have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their busy Conveyancing Department . This role provides vital administrative and file management support to their solicitors with matter progression, helping to ensure the efficient handling of client transactions from instruction through to completion. The ideal candidate will possess previous experience working in a Conveyancing department. About the Role Supporting Fee Earners with Residential Conveyancing matters including sales, purchases, transfer of equity, re-mortgages, assents, first registrations, and general property matters Obtaining property searches and managing incoming documents Providing quotes to prospective clients using the online quote tool Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other conveyancing firms to support the progress of transactions Supporting Fee Earners with drafting contract packs, dealing with enquiries, and coordinating exchange and completion to include the preparation of the completion statements and applying for pre-completion searches Opening files and proceeding with the initial stages of conveyancing transactions Completing Local Authority, Chancel, and other relevant pre-exchange searches Complete Stamp Duty Land Tax forms Supporting with Post-completion tasks, including dealing with Land Registry applications and SDLT Submissions File Closure About You Previous experience as a Conveyancing Assistant or legal support role Experience supporting more than one Fee Earner Strong understanding of the residential conveyancing process and associated documentation Strong organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident in learning legal case management systems A professional and client-focused approach A team player Monday – Friday 9 am – 5.00 pm Office based Benefits 22 days holiday entitlement, plus Bank Holidays, with an additional 2 days for the Christmas to New Year closure Death in service and Group income protection Workplace pension scheme Health cash plan and employee assistance programme Firm Sick Pay policy Opportunity for additional holiday for long service Friendly working environment, Team get-togethers Does this sound like the perfect role? Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2370, OR email your CV now or call for a confidential discussion. For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd is handling, please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion

Legal Assistant

Litigation Secretary Due to continued growth, our client a well-regarded firm of Solicitors based in Hornchurch. Have an opportunity for an experienced Litigation Secretary to join their Litigation Team. We are looking for someone with confidence in managing busy diaries and digital dictation. Previous Litigation experience is essential knowledge of Property Litigation is advantageous The position This is a full -time permanent office-based position, providing support to one or more fee earners within the Litigation Team, including Property Litigation and Employment . You will handle initial enquiries Open/close files Diary management Audio typing Process new client enquiries and book appointments Assist in a full range of Litigation matters Drafting court documents, emails, and correspondence Assisting with bill preparation Skills required Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Secretarial Support role Litigation experience, including Property Litigation and Employment essential Audio and copy typing skills Excellent IT skills Experience using a case management system Excellent telephone manner Ability to multitask Be a good team player Benefits 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Pro Rata Pension Private Health Death in service Parking Friendly office environment Apply Now If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2368, OR email your CV now or call for a confidential discussion. For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd is handling, please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Litigation Secretary

Private Client Legal Secretary Our client a multi office high street firm of solicitors are recruiting for an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary. As a Private Client Legal Secretary you will provide support to a Fee Earner , you will be self-motivated and highly organised with excellent communication skills as this position is client facing. The Role To provide secretarial support to a Fee Earner Audio dictation Diary management Drafting of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts Preparing and completing IHT forms such as IHT205, iht217 and IHT400 Prepare LPA forms and Wills on notes from the solicitor Possess the ability to prepare Probate forms online Experience Required A minimum of 1 yrs Private Client Experience Digital audio experience Experience of LEAP case management system advantageous You will need to be an excellent team player Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm You will need to be flexible and be prepared to travel to other offices for holiday cover Benefits 5.6 weeks Holiday, discretionary additional day for Birthday Discretionary additional holiday in between Christmas and New Year Company Pension Employee discount Profit sharing / Yearly Bonus Sick Pay Parking Apply Now If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2378 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion . For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Legal Secretary

Residential Conveyancer / Legal Executive I’m working with a firm of solicitors based in Chelmsford, who pride themselves on providing a complete service to both business and private clients with a traditional approach. The successful candidate will be managing their own caseload of residential property files. You will be self-motivated with a commitment to delivering an excellent service to clients. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a strong department and have an active hand in the development and expansion of the team. The prime role of a Fee Earner is to advise and assist clients in pursuit of their best interests, and in comprehensive support and assistance to the Residential Property team. The Role To generate fee income by taking responsibility for the conduct of conveyancing cases on behalf of clients. To assist other members of the firm on subjects of expertise. Advise and assist clients on legal matters relating to those areas of expertise in Conveyancing. Develop and maintain relationships with clients and with other professional contacts. Keep abreast of developments in the law in related subjects as necessary, taking responsibility for self-development and ensuring CPD is observed. To ensure firm’s procedures are followed when recording time and managing the billing process. The Candidate Required qualifications, skills and experience A Minimum of 1 years Plus experience in Residential Property environment. Our client will consider Licenced Conveyancers, Solicitors or Legal Executives You will possess the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels. Self-motivated, organised with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload. Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure. Proactive thinker. Benefits Life Assurance 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Health Cash plan which includes subsidised gym membership Discounted legal services Income Protection Employee Assistance Programme Free parking offsite Hybrid working after 12 weeks Apply Now If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2360 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion . For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.