Legal Secretary

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Department: Conveyancing Department

Location: Gloucester Office or Cheltenham Office

Hours of Work: Full-Time, Monday to Friday.

Salary: £21,000 - £27,000 per annum

(Dependent on experience, and tied to a bonus scheme)

About the Company:

Our client boasts over 150 years of history as a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm. Renowned for providing specialised legal advice nationwide, they take pride in maintaining highly trained professionals across various departments. Their Conveyancing Department is one of the largest and most successful in the region.

The Role and Business:

As a key member of the Conveyancing Team, you will provide essential support to a senior conveyancing lawyer, contributing to their dynamic workload that spans administrative and legal duties in Residential Conveyancing. Our client's commitment to your personal and professional growth is reflected in our investment in continuous training, fostering a supportive environment for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively support the senior conveyancing lawyer and fee earners, in progressing matters from initiation to completion.
• Play a vital role in liaising with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders involved in property transactions.
• Ensure the accuracy and currency of matter files through regular updates.
• Interpret and draft legal correspondences and forms required for transactions.
• Oversee the completion of all related administrative tasks.
• Drafting contracts, registrations, exchanges, setting up completions and dictation

Desired Attributes:

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate effectively.
• Previous conveyancing experience is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience, with opportunities for bonuses.
• A supportive environment for personal and professional growth.
• Continuous training and development opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the firm.
• Pension scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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