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Sandra Allen

Sandra Allen

Lewisham,London

Summary

Detail-oriented Conveyancing Secretary experienced in managing client files and conducting compliance checks. Achieved high standards in document preparation and communication through effective office management. Committed to delivering exceptional client service and building strong relationships with stakeholders.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Conveyancing Secretary

Cunningham Blake
09.2011 - 01.2019
  • Opened new client files, issued terms of business, and conducted identity checks to facilitate seamless onboarding
  • Dealing with post and pre completion formalities
  • Managed registration tasks to ensure compliance and accuracy
  • Carrying out local, environmental and chancel search using online search providers
  • Attending to clients in person
  • Making/receiving calls from clients, solicitors, estate agents and financial institutions
  • Handled incoming phone calls to provide accurate information and support to clients and stakeholders
  • Responded to emails promptly and accurately
  • Scheduled appointments for clients and team members
  • Typing up of correspondence and reports from dictation
  • Organised physical and digital files to ensure efficient retrieval and compliance
  • Undertaking general office duties such as faxing, photocopying, scanning and filing
  • Completing relevant SDLT form

Conveyancing Secretary

Judge & Priestley
09.2008 - 01.2009
  • Managed phone communications with clients and colleagues to ensure timely information exchange
  • Coordinated appointments and meetings via Outlook to optimise scheduling efficiency
  • Typing up of correspondence and reports from dictation
  • Specialised in developing shared ownership strategies to enhance client understanding

Conveyancing Secretary

Bankside Property
06.2007 - 08.2008

Conveyancing Secretary

Nelsons
06.2006 - 06.2007

Conveyancing Secretary

Dodd Lewis
10.2005 - 06.2006

Temporary work with various solicitors

06.1987 - 10.2005

Legal Administrative Secretary

Dodd Lewis
Lewisham, London
09.1983 - 01.1985

Education

GCSEs - Grade 1

South East London College
Lewisham
01-1982

Skills

  • Title registration
  • Communication skills
  • Contract drafting
  • Compliance checks
  • Search providers
  • File management
  • MS Office
  • Client communication
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail

Custom

  • Puzzles
  • Housework
  • Ironing
  • Travelling

Interests

  • I absolutely love ironing and housework These are my favorites, what I would call, hobbies
  • I do love to travel when I get a chance to
  • I love pushing my mind and doing puzzles

Timeline

Conveyancing Secretary

Cunningham Blake
09.2011 - 01.2019

Conveyancing Secretary

Judge & Priestley
09.2008 - 01.2009

Conveyancing Secretary

Bankside Property
06.2007 - 08.2008

Conveyancing Secretary

Nelsons
06.2006 - 06.2007

Conveyancing Secretary

Dodd Lewis
10.2005 - 06.2006

Temporary work with various solicitors

06.1987 - 10.2005

Legal Administrative Secretary

Dodd Lewis
09.1983 - 01.1985

GCSEs - Grade 1

South East London College
Sandra Allen