Job Description

Duties:
- Provide administrative support to Fee Earners for Conveyancing, Wills and Probate.
- Prepare and draft legal documents, such as contracts, transfers, HMRC Stamp
Duty, Land Registry registration, client and Solicitor letters (audio typing) and Wills.
- Organise and maintain legal files and documents including archiving.
- Schedule appointments, meetings.
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information.
- Communicate with clients and Solicitors.
- Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- General office duties.

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a legal secretary would be of advantage but training would be given- - Proficient in MS Office Suite and legal software applications (we use LEAP and training will be given)
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

This position offers competitive compensation based on experience.

If you are a detail-orientated individual with excellent organisational skills and a passion for the legal field, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter for consideration.

About us:
Hotchkiss Warburton is an independently owned firm of solicitors incorporating licensed property specialists along with Wills and Probate experts, offering a full range of dedicated services. As a friendly well established Crediton firm, Hotchkiss Warburton excels in knowledge of the local area and can offer expert advice regarding all aspects of Conveyancing, Wills and Probate.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 22,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:

Crediton EX17 3JP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person