Connect Appointments have a new opportunity in the Beaminster area, for an experienced Residential Conveyancing Legal Secretary, to join our legal clients growing team.

OTHER KEY SKILLS AND TRAITS THAT YOU WILL IDEALLY HAVE, INCLUDES:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, solicitors, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other third parties
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when preparing and proof-reading legal documents and correspondence
• A thorough understanding of the conveyancing process, with previous experience in residential property transactions is preferable
• A responsible and discreet approach to handling sensitive client information
• A commitment to punctuality, reliability, and maintaining high standards of file management and record keeping
• Familiarity with legal terminology and documentation
• Proficiency in word processing software including MS Office
• Ability to work with a team of Lawyers and others in the organisation
• The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadline

• Being the first point of contact for customers contacting the law office
• Prepare and amend documents, contracts (including Sale and Purchase Agreements, Transfer Deeds, Completion Statements), Land Registry forms and correspondence by audio and copy typing using digital dictation
• Dictating audio files and written notes
• Managing records, projects and calendars, ensuring everything flows smoothly
• Transcribing and proofreading legal documents
• Indexing and updating pleadings
• Collecting and delivering documents
• Managing diaries and making travel arrangement