At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support for residential conveyancing and manage client communications.
- Company: Join a reputable legal practice in York with a focus on teamwork and client care.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with a focus on reliability and attention to detail.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and make a difference in clients' lives through legal services.
- Qualifications: Experience in legal environments and strong clerical skills are a must.
The predicted salary is between 22050 - 26950 £ per year.
Company Description
Cowling Swift & Kitchin is a well-established legal practice based in York, providing a range of legal services to individuals and businesses.
Team members work collaboratively to support clients through various legal matters with efficiency and care.
The firm values reliability, attention to detail, and strong client service in every aspect of its work.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site, Legal Secretary role based in York.
The Legal Secretary will provide administrative and secretarial support to a single fee earner who is an experienced, qualified Licensed Conveyancer with a busy caseload of solely residential conveyancing.
Daily tasks include all elements of administrative support for residential conveyancing, from file opening to completion, handling telephone and email inquiries, liaising with clients and external contacts, and ensuring accurate filing and data entry in our case management system, LEAP.
We are looking to place a career legal secretary who enjoys working closely with one fee earner and building relationships with clients.
Knowledge of the conveyancing process.
Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and reviewing legal correspondence and forms.
Strong clerical skills, including accurate typing, filing, data entry, and document management.
Competence with office software (principally outlook and word) and legal case management systems.
Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment is essential.
Legal Secretary/secretary in York employer: Cowling Swift & Kitchin
Cowling Swift & Kitchin is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in the heart of York. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to enhance their skills while providing exceptional service to clients. The firm values reliability and attention to detail, making it a rewarding place for those seeking a meaningful career in the legal sector.
