Position: Legal Secretary / Paralegal (Property)
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 DOE
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Paralegal with experience in property? Looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking legal team where your expertise will truly be valued? Pertemps are proud to be working with a highly regarded firm in Edinburgh who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support their busy property team.
What you’ll be doing:
Preparing, formatting, and updating legal documentation and correspondence with precision
Supporting the full property transaction process – from initial searches and registrations to liaising with clients and external parties
Managing client and matter onboarding/offboarding, including AML and conflict checks
Organising team diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging travel when required
Assisting with billing, invoicing, and other financial admin tasks
Keeping both digital and physical files organised, scanned, and up-to-date
Acting as a first point of contact for clients, providing updates and handling enquiries with professionalism
About you:
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal, ideally within a property or conveyancing setting
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask
Confident communicator, both in writing and over the phone
Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with legal case management systems
Knowledge of property processes, including Land Registry and SDLT, is highly advantageous
Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to support wherever needed
What’s in it for you:
Competitive salary reflective of your experience
Flexible working arrangements
Generous annual leave plus additional time off for long service
Pension scheme and financial benefits
Ongoing training and support for career development
A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture