Legal Secretary

My client, a well-established and CQS accredited North East based law firm, are looking at appointing a Legal Secretary to join their Conveyancing team at their office near Hartlepool.

I am seeking applicants who are organised, accurate and are able to use their own initiative. Applicants must be proactive, have a positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment and a keen attention to detail. This is a fast paced role which requires efficiency and good time management.

**Duties**

This role will include but is not limited to:

- audio typing;
- issuing contracts to relevant parties;
- requesting redemption statements;
- client contact/dealing with estate agents/mortgage brokers;
- liaising with internal staff and external parties;
- drafting documents; and
- general administration duties

**Skills**

I am ideally looking for individuals who:

- have a background in Conveyancing;
- are educated to GCSE levels 4-9, A to C or higher (equivalent qualifications accepted);
- have a good and accurate typing speed;
- have a positive approach to working under pressure within a busy environment and can use their initiative;
- possess strong administrative and organisational skills;
- have a good base level of IT skill; and
- have excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

This will be a Monday-Friday 9-5 role and salary will be competitive dependent on experience, working in a pleasant environment where they really look after their people.