Legal Secretary/ Administrative Assistant

The firm: A highly regarded law firm with offices based in Hertfordshire is looking for a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to join its highly motivated busy Property department. Immediate start.

The role: The role will consist of: Opening new matters on our case management system and sending out initial letter to solicitors and client.

* Drafting and sending mortgage documentation to solicitors.

* Pre-completion matters including conducting searches such as priority, bankruptcy searches, Lawyer Checker and drafting certificates of title to be sent to client.

* Post-completion matters including registering clients' charges at the Land Registry and Companies House.

* Tracking and chasing applications at the Land Registry, updating the department spreadsheet regularly and dealing with any Land Registry requisitions.

* General administration including scanning, printing, and copying.

* Use of programmes such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.

* Sending monthly reports to clients' title insurers by way of spreadsheet.

* Dealing with completion matters including drafting invoices.

The Requirements: To be successful in the position you will have previous property/conveyancing experience. you will demonstrate first class communication skills across all levels and have the ability to work as a part of a team. You will be organised and be able to prioritise work effectively. You will also have the ability to work under pressure and on your own to meet specific deadlines.

Salary: The salary on offer is £25,000 - £30,000 and is dependant on experience.

If this Legal Secretary role is of interest, please contact Matthew Walwyn on 0203 7149446 or forward your most recent CV . Take a look at our web site for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.