Key Legal Conveyancing
Residential Conveyancing secretary

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Company Description
Key Legal Conveyancing is an innovative and modern conveyancing firm located on the High Street, offering a fresh approach to residential property transactions. The firm focuses on providing efficient, transparent, and client-centered services to individuals buying or selling homes. Team members benefit from working in a contemporary environment that values professionalism, accuracy, and clear communication. Key Legal Conveyancing promotes collaborative working practices and continuous improvement in conveyancing processes to better serve clients. The firm is committed to maintaining high standards of legal support and customer care.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Darlington for a Residential Conveyancing Secretary. The role involves providing administrative and clerical support to conveyancers, including:
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- Preparing and managing documentation
- Updating case files
- Maintaining accurate records
- Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Scheduling appointments
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other stakeholders to support smooth property transactions


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Daily tasks include:
- Managing phone and email inquiries
- Assisting with completion packs
- Filing and archiving documents
- Ensuring all information is recorded in case management systems
The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to delivering prompt and professional service.
Qualifications
- Strong clerical skills, including document preparation, filing, data entry, and records management.
- Effective communication abilities, with confidence in handling phone calls, emails, and written correspondence.
- Experience with company secretarial work or exposure to legal administrative processes is beneficial.
- Executive administrative assistance experience, including diary management, scheduling, and task prioritization.
- Customer service skills, with a focus on providing courteous, clear, and timely support to clients and stakeholders.
- Familiarity with conveyancing or property law processes is an advantage.
- Proficiency in common office software and case management systems.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
- Prior experience in a legal, conveyancing, or professional services environment is preferred.
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