Legal Secretary

Conveyancing Legal Secretary – Ashford An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join an award-winning law firm in Kent. This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to take the next step in their legal support career. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the conveyancing department. Key Responsibilities * Preparing correspondence through both audio and copy typing, including letters, legal forms (Oyez), and quotations. * Answering telephone calls professionally, courteously, and efficiently. * Carrying out general administrative duties, including photocopying and maintaining accurate client records. * Filing correspondence and ensuring client files are organised and kept up to date. * Scheduling appointments and liaising with clients in a professional manner. * Entering and updating information on the firm’s case management system. * Working collaboratively with the wider secretarial team, providing support and telephone cover when required. * Handling all confidential information with the utmost discretion. Requirements * Previous experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary is essential. * Excellent technical skills, including fast and accurate typing. * The ability to manage a busy workload independently, prioritise tasks, and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a confident, friendly, and professional manner both over the telephone and face-to-face. * Excellent attention to detail. * A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word is essential. Salary & Benefits A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are on offer for the successful candidate