Legal Secretary

Job Title: Legal Secretary Location: Southport (Hybrid) Remuneration: Salary Dependent on Experience Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week) Responsibilities: Effectively manage all department files (both hard copy and digital) on the SOS Case Management System, including Matter Opening, ID checks, Matter Closing, and Matter Archiving. Produce and file documents, ensuring all copies and scans are accurately managed as required. Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory standards and adhere to Office Manual processes throughout file management. Oversee the billing process, liaising with the Finance team as necessary. Prepare contracts, SDLT, and Land Registry applications with precision. draught documents for clients based on instructions from Fee Earners under supervision. Regularly update and maintain the case management system to ensure accurate records. Handle telephone calls for the team, providing professional and efficient communication. Actively contribute to operational reviews and continuous improvement initiatives within the team. Skills and Experience: Demonstrated excellence in both written and oral communication skills. Strong commercial awareness, with experience in residential property administration. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines. Self-motivated with a genuine desire to learn and progress within the role. Proficient IT skills, with experience using case management systems, particularly SOS being desirable. Strong organisational and planning abilities to manage multiple tasks. Why Join Us? Our client is a market-leading firm of solicitors with a dynamic culture that challenges conventional law firm practises. recognised for five consecutive years in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work for in the UK, they focus on delivering outstanding results for clients while nurturing brilliant talent. This is an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary with experience in Residential Conveyancing to join a thriving Property team. The role typically allows for a flexible working pattern of four days in the office and one day at home, promoting a healthy work-life balance. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and thrive in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website