Eventus Recruitment are seeking a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant to join the Conveyancing team of a long-established and respected law firm in Bolton. This is a full-time, permanent job offering office-based working in modern surroundings and a supportive, collaborative team environment. The successful applicant will provide administrative and secretarial support to a busy conveyancing department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary or administrator seeking a rewarding legal career. This Legal Secretary job in Bolton offers a salary up to £28,000, flexible working options, genuine progression potential within a professional and friendly team and much more.
About the Role
As the incoming Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant will support fee earners in the Residential Conveyancing team and will play a vital part in the smooth operation of the department, ensuring high standards of accuracy and efficiency throughout.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting and formatting a range of legal documents and correspondence
- Managing diaries and coordinating meetings for solicitors
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and third parties
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case files
- Updating files on the case management systems
- Providing general administrative support to the wider legal team
About You
This job would suit an organised and individual with a background in legal support roles either as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant or Paralegal. You’ll be able to hit the ground running and thrive in a busy conveyancing department. You’ll also be able to demonstrate the following:
- Prior experience in a legal support role (essential)
- Excellent IT and typing skills, with proficiency in MS Office and legal software
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to remain calm under pressure and juggle competing deadlines
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
Benefits and Rewards
Joining this established conveyancing team in Bolton comes with a number of rewards and professional perks:
- Excellent salary up to £28,000 (dependent on experience)
- Modern, well-equipped office space
- Opportunities for continued training and career advancement
- Flexible working arrangements
- Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
- Supportive leadership and team environment
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Christmas closure
- Medicash
- Collaborative and inclusive firm culture
About the Firm
The hiring law firm is a respected, full-service practice who are known for their down-to-earth, people-first approach, they pride themselves on fostering long-term client relationships and a supportive team culture. The conveyancing department is busy, collaborative, and well-integrated, offering high-quality work and consistent career development opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-regarded practice that invests in its people and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Conveyancing Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant job in Bolton. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.
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