Legal Secretary - Conveyancing

Legal Secretary - Conveyancing
Location: Burgess Hill
Advance your legal career with a respected, forward-thinking firm.

We are delighted to represent a highly regarded law firm celebrated for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and a supportive, collaborative working culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to join their award-winning conveyancing team, now recruiting for their Burgess Hill office.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Excellent Reputation: Join a firm known for delivering exceptional legal services and maintaining the highest professional standards.
• Supportive Team Culture: Work in a close-knit, family-oriented environment that values teamwork, respect, and individual contribution.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of structured training, continuous learning, and genuine career progression opportunities.
• Attractive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a firm that prioritises employee wellbeing.

Role Overview

The firm is seeking a professional, highly organised Legal Secretary to support its busy conveyancing department. This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative capabilities and excellent communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced legal setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and manage legal documents, correspondence, and reports using handwritten notes and digital dictation.
• Open, maintain, and close client files in line with compliance and best practices.
• Handle daily communication duties, including scanning, emailing, faxing, and photocopying.
• Assist in the preparation of trial bundles and other legal documentation.
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and support effective time management for the Fee Earner.
• Provide administrative assistance across the conveyancing team as required.
• Answer calls in a professional manner, dealing with enquiries or taking detailed messages.
• Perform other general office and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Word; working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint is beneficial.
• Experience with a legal Practice Management System (PMS) is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong time management and organisational abilities.

Personal Attributes

• A genuine interest in legal work and a high level of confidentiality.
• Conscientious, reliable, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Strong command of grammar and clear, professional communication.
• Smart, professional appearance and a positive, courteous manner.

If you're seeking a rewarding role that combines professional growth with a supportive team atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration!