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Focus Resourcing
Legal Secretary
Farnham, Surrey
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- £28,000 - 30,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Focus Resourcing
- Closes
- 11 Nov 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Central office, with no parking
Fully office based
Our client is seeking an experience full time Legal Secretary/Assistant to join their busy Residential Conveyancing team. You will work closely with their experienced Solicitors and Licensed Conveyancers, providing support across a broad range of conveyancing matters.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive firm offering a competitive salary and benefits package within a supportive team environment.
We are looking for a team player with enthusiasm, flexibility, and a strong client service ethos. You'll be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and committed to helping our conveyancing team deliver an outstanding service.
Your role as Legal Assistant will be:
Providing day-to-day support to fee earners across residential conveyancing transactions
Managing a wide range of administrative duties, including handling client calls and providing updates to clients, estate agents, lenders, and solicitors
Opening and maintaining compliant case files
Drafting contract packs and supporting pre- and post-exchange administration
Preparing COTs, carrying out final searches, and lodging SDLT and AP1 forms
Handling Land Registry requisitions
Audio and copy typing, dictation, and diary managementThe Candidate
It is essential you have a minimum of 1 years conveyancing experience in a law firm for this role
Good working knowledge of residential conveyancing processes and procedures
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
Excellent communication and client care skills with a proactive and professional approach
High attention to detail and a commitment to confidentialityBenefits:
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension Scheme
Life assurance
Group Income Protection Insurance
BUPA Cash plan
Regular events
Ad ID: 5417129297
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