Job Overview

*Temporary Position*

Job Title: Temporary Conveyancing Secretary

Job Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme

Start Date: 2^nd November 2026

Contract Duration: Ongoing

Hours of Work: 9am-5pm

Days of Work: Monday – Friday

Work Format: Fully office based

Hourly Rate: £13.50ph

Duties:

We are supporting our client with the recruitment of a Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join the team on an ongoing basis. On a day to say basis you will be;

• Preparing and typing legal documents, letters and contracts
• Opening and maintaining client and property files
• Handling telephone calls and emails and responding to routine queries
• Supporting with carrying out property searches and ordering relevant documents
• Preparing and submitting legal paperwork as directed by the FE
• Checking identification and ensuring client information is up to date
• Monitoring key dates, deadlines and exchange/completion dates
• Requesting and chasing information from third parties
• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records
• Filing, photocopying, scanning and general office administration
• Ensuring files are compliant with AML, SRA and firm procedures

Experience:

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial or conveyancing administration role
• Good understanding of the property/conveyancing process
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident communication skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

For more information, please forward your CV to [email protected].

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.

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