Property Legal Secretary / Conveyancing Assistant


Company:	Elite Personnel Ltd
Salary:	Depending on experience
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Lichfield
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Sept 2026
Closing date:	17 Oct 2026

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Summary

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant or Property Administrator looking for your next opportunity?

Elite Personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client for a confident and organised individual to join a busy and successful property team.

This is a fast-paced, varied role where you’ll work closely with fee earners and support property transactions from initial instruction right through to completion.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days will be the same! Your responsibilities will include:

Opening new files and completing client ID and compliance checks

Preparing client care and engagement documentation

Drafting basic property sale contracts

Obtaining Land Registry documents and official copies

Ordering property searches

Preparing and amending legal documents

Using Microsoft Word, including tracked changes

Preparing completion statements

Carrying out priority searches

Assisting with Stamp Duty Land Tax returns

Preparing Land Registry applications, including AP1 forms

Producing professional emails, letters and documentation

Keeping client and matter systems fully updated

Arranging appointments and client meetings

Speaking with clients and providing updates throughout their transaction

Taking accurate messages and producing file notes

Supporting the wider property team when required

We’d Love to Hear From You If You Have:

Previous experience within conveyancing, property or legal administration

Excellent organisation and attention to detail

Strong Microsoft Office and Word skills

A confident and professional telephone manner

The ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines

Great communication skills

A proactive, flexible and team-focused attitude

You’ll need to be someone who can hit the ground running, enjoys being busy and takes pride in providing first-class support.

Interested?

If you have worked as a Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Property Assistant or Legal Administrator, this could be a fantastic next move.

20 days plus bank holidays

Near public transport

Pension

Free tea and coffee

Apply now for immediate consideration! sue@elitep.co.uk

Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their UK Right to Work and complete an Elite Personnel application form.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Elite Personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client.

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