An opportunity has arisen for a Conveyancing Secretary to join a well-regarded and long-standing law firm known for delivering expert legal advice across multiple practice areas including property, family, litigation, and private client matters.
As a Conveyancing Secretary, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a conveyancing fee earner, ensuring matters progress efficiently and accurately.
This full-time role offers a salary range of £25,000 - £;29,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Producing correspondence and documentation through audio dictation and standard templates
* Managing the opening and closing of files, including compliance and anti-money laundering procedures
* Preparing conveyancing documents and handling general file administration
* Coordinating printing, scanning, photocopying and courier arrangements
* Handling incoming calls and messages, dealing with queries where appropriate
* Managing post and email correspondence on active matters
* Processing financial transactions, including requesting cheques and bank transfers
* Submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications via online portals
* Using lender and conveyancing portals to manage applications and updates
* Monitoring priority periods and responding to requisitions within required timescales
What we are looking for
* Previously worked as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Legal Administrator, Legal Clerk or in a similar role
* Ideally have experience in residential conveyancing
* Strong audio typing and document production skills
* Confidence dealing with clients in a professional and discreet manner
* Ability to manage competing tasks in a fast-paced environment
* A proactive and supportive approach to working within a legal team
If you are looking to progress your career within conveyancing and want to join a reputable practice offering long-term opportunity, this is an excellent role to consider.
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Job duties include:To assist with the day-to-day management of ledgers including inputting purchase ledger transactions, reconciling to statements and requesting details for missing transactions.
To maintain contact and building relationships with suppliers.
To maintain an adequate and organised filing system.
To deal with client queries by phone and email.
To gain an understanding of the group structure.
Posting invoices, payments and carrying out bank reconciliations.
General administration support within the finance function and supporting with ad-hoc projects as and when required.
Training:Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.
Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns.
You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you will need to study the following four units: Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS). Management Accounting Techniques (MATS). Tax Processes for Businesses. Training Outcome:Opportunities within the business to continue learning and move into an assistant management accountant or purchase ledger clerk position. We are passionate about continuous professional development and would support the individual to complete further apprenticeships/qualifications to develop in their role. Employer Description:Ashcourt Group is a family-run organisation and a leading supplier of construction materials and waste management solutions. We currently have several aggregate outlets, six ready-mix concrete plants, multiple wash plants and other recycling facilities, and have a fleet in excess of 220 HGVs out on the roads daily, servicing our customers across the construction industry. Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
To assist with (in any order as required):
Face to face provision of information to residents and visitors at enquiry point, and by telephone.
Maintaining a stock of tourist and resident information leaflets.
Providing information for residents in online and print formats, e.g. produce a newsletter.
Maintaining the tourist information point in George Lane car park.
Explore social media and App opportunities to improve information provision for residents and visitors.
Updating Explore Wiltshire Marlborough App.
Creating content – e.g., writing news articles for the Council’s website, press releases, social media, or in print to support events, projects, or consultations.
Adding to the Council’s stock of photographs of the town.
Telephone and front office enquiries, signposting callers to other service providers where relevant.
Council communications and marketing via council media and the website.
Providing support and assistance to the administrative team for a range of core Council activities, services, meetings, and events as required.
Undertaking other tasks relevant to the needs of the business.
The overall workload will be coordinated and prioritised in liaison with the line manager who will be the Corporate Services Officer (and supported by the Town Clerk), with a weekly, monthly, or quarterly work schedule planned and agreed.
The post holder (apprentice) will need to undertake a project to meet their training requirements e.g devising a ‘property management schedule’.Training:Business Administration Level 3 at New College Swindon.Training Outcome:Possible employment in a similar role in the local government sector, or related role. There will be no guaranteed job offer at the end of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Marlborough Town Council is the local governing body for the historic market town of Marlborough in Wiltshire, responsible for representing the community and managing a range of local services. It oversees facilities such as community buildings, allotments, street lighting, and the Grade II–listed Town Hall, which also serves as its meeting place. The council works alongside Wiltshire Council on planning matters, supports local events and initiatives, and raises funds through a portion of council tax to maintain and improve the town. Its elected councillors, including a mayor, meet regularly to make decisions that support the wellbeing and development of Marlborough.Working Hours :30 hours to include: 5hrs study time, some evening and weekend working, for which time of in lieu will be taken by arrangement.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Reliable and trustworthy,Willingness to learn,Awareness of civic propriety....Read more...
Customs Clearance Clerk – 12 hour shift patternDover Up to £35,000 (dependent on experience)2 days (07:00–19:00), 1 night off, 2 nights (19:00–07:00), followed by 4 days off
Must have own transport due to location and hoursA well-established and growing freight forwarder is seeking 2 experienced Customs Clearance Clerks to join their dynamic team.Working a great shift pattern as above, this role offers a fantastic work-life balance in a fast-paced logistics environment. You’ll play a vital part in the end-to-end management of customs formalities across imports, exports, and transit, supporting a wide range of international movements.What you’ll be doing:
Preparing and processing customs entries for imports, exports, and transit declarations using CNS, Destin8, and MultifreightLiaising with HMRC, port authorities, and internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant clearancesManaging a variety of procedures including Home Use, Temporary Admission, T1 transit, CFSP, Customs Warehousing, and Export DeclarationsClassifying goods using the UK Global Tariff and ensuring all documentation is accurate and completeAdvising clients on customs requirements and assisting with queries or post-entry correctionsKeeping up to date with UK customs regulations and changes in legislationWorking collaboratively with freight, warehousing, and transport teams to meet tight deadlines
What you’ll bring to the role:
A minimum of 2 years’ customs clearance experience (import/export) within a freight forwarding or logistics environmentIn-depth knowledge of UK customs procedures and commodity classificationConfident using CNS, Destin8, and ideally MultifreightExcellent organisational and communication skills, especially under time pressureStrong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple shipments simultaneouslyA proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a teamRoad freight or multimodal exposure is useful, though not essential
This shift-based opportunity suits someone looking for a role that provides real responsibility, autonomy, and a balanced rota in an expanding business.Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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Customs Clearance Clerk – 12 hour shift patternDover Up to £35,000 (dependent on experience)2 days (07:00–19:00), 1 night off, 2 nights (19:00–07:00), followed by 4 days off
Must have own transport due to location and hoursA well-established and growing freight forwarder is seeking 2 experienced Customs Clearance Clerks to join their dynamic team.Working a great shift pattern as above, this role offers a fantastic work-life balance in a fast-paced logistics environment. You’ll play a vital part in the end-to-end management of customs formalities across imports, exports, and transit, supporting a wide range of international movements.What you’ll be doing:
Preparing and processing customs entries for imports, exports, and transit declarations using CNS, Destin8, and MultifreightLiaising with HMRC, port authorities, and internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant clearancesManaging a variety of procedures including Home Use, Temporary Admission, T1 transit, CFSP, Customs Warehousing, and Export DeclarationsClassifying goods using the UK Global Tariff and ensuring all documentation is accurate and completeAdvising clients on customs requirements and assisting with queries or post-entry correctionsKeeping up to date with UK customs regulations and changes in legislationWorking collaboratively with freight, warehousing, and transport teams to meet tight deadlines
What you’ll bring to the role:
A minimum of 2 years’ customs clearance experience (import/export) within a freight forwarding or logistics environmentIn-depth knowledge of UK customs procedures and commodity classificationConfident using CNS, Destin8, and ideally MultifreightExcellent organisational and communication skills, especially under time pressureStrong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple shipments simultaneouslyA proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a teamRoad freight or multimodal exposure is useful, though not essential
This shift-based opportunity suits someone looking for a role that provides real responsibility, autonomy, and a balanced rota in an expanding business.Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY TASKS
Work closely with Bridgwater Town Council colleagues and staff from partner agencies to maximise knowledge and problem solving to ensure the public have timely and comprehensive responses to enquiries.
Providing information and directions to visitors who call at reception, as well as supplying information by telephone, letter or email;
Keep public notice boards and leaflet dispensers in the reception area up to date and well stocked;
Ordering and displaying a wide range of brochures and leaflets from hotels, tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
Selling tickets, for example for coaches, theatre performances, places to visit;
Selling items such as maps, books, postcards and souvenirs;
To undertake such other reasonable duties of an equivalent nature as the Council may require from time to time;
Carry out a range of other related duties e.g. making service bookings, taking and processing payments;
Actively develop and maintain an extensive working knowledge of Council services and procedures;
Work with other team members to organise and manage workloads effectively, ensuring that all performance standards and targets are achieved;
Access and accurately update all relevant information systems, both public and client back office;
Maintain confidentiality in line with agreed policy and relevant data protection legislation;
To support the continuous improvement of processes and procedures within the service using best practice from others where appropriate;
To provide support for the escalation of service issues; and
Any other reasonable duties of a similar nature requested by Management.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
To attend training courses on the work and role as required;
To undertake specific projects from time to time at the request of the Director of Community’s and Cultural Services and/or Town Clerk/CEO;
To undertake such other responsibilities and functions as may be required from time to time by the Council commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the post;
Each employee is required to perform their duties and achieve outcomes in accordance with agreed performance measures and key performance indicators as regularly set by Council and/or the relevant committee, and as agreed between the employee and line manager at each appraisal; and
To be a supportive and innovative member of the Council team.
This list is neither exclusive nor exhaustive, as there may be other duties and requirements associated with the post, and as such you may be required to undertake unspecified other duties and/or hours of work as may reasonably be required of you.Training Outcome:Successful completion of this apprenticeship can lead to progression into roles such as Senior Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, Customer Services Officer, or other wider office support roles within the Council. Further training and internal development opportunities may also support advancement into more specialised or supervisory positions.Employer Description:Bridgwater Town Council is the local authority for Bridgwater, responsible for community services, local facilities, events, and supporting residents. It manages key buildings like the Town Hall and works with partners to improve the town and represent local interests.Working Hours :Full time - 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday. On the rare occasion, some weekend work maybe required.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
