Legal Secretary – Residential Property
Cheltenham | Office Based |
Tru Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a Legal Secretary to join a friendly and supportive Residential Property team based in Cheltenham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to develop their career within a well-established law firm. Previous residential conveyancing secretarial or administrative experience would be advantageous but is not essential. You will need strong keyboard skills, initiative and the ability to prioritise your own work load.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence and documents
- Preparing letters, forms, contracts and other property-related documentation
- Managing fee earners' diaries and arranging appointments
- Handling incoming calls and dealing with client enquiries professionally
- Opening and closing client files
- Maintaining accurate client records and filing systems
- Assisting with the progression of residential property transactions
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and solicitors
- Managing post, emails and general administrative duties
- Ensuring compliance with firm procedures and confidentiality requirements
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Accurate and efficient typing skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A positive and proactive approach to work
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Previous legal secretarial experience or similar is highly desirable
- Residential property experience would be helpful but is not essential
What's on Offer:
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to join an established full service law firm
- Opportunity for future progression
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Sam at Tru Recruitment.
Tru Recruitment are acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, we are sorry, but you have not been successful on this occasion, but please do not hesitate to apply for any future vacancies
Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
