Legal Assistant

Salary: £23,400 per annumA great opportunity has arisen without our commercial property department, with a reputation for delivering exceptional client service and expertise, we work with a wide range of businesses, developers, and investors across the commercial property sector. We are now looking to expand our team by hiring a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our Commercial Property department. Key Responsibilities:Provide administrative support to the paralegals and solicitors within the team. Conduct property searches and due diligence for commercial transactions. Liaise with clients, agents, surveyors, and other third parties to ensure the smooth progression of property transactions both by phone and in person ensuring accurate messages are passed on without delay Typing up letters and dealing with tasks provided through our dictation system as part of these duties To make appointments, arrange meetings and maintain an up-to-date diary for the fee earners Drafting routine letters and documents, e.g. cost update letters to client, applying for identity documents, dealing with file opening and handling administrative tasks, etc. Organise and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and compliant with legal requirements. Attend client meetings and take notes, as required. Assist with post-completion matters, including registration of titles and liaising with the Land Registry. Preparing bundles and organising files on case management systems Photocopying and filing File opening and client care matters including AML requirements Paying invoices and monitoring finances The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting legal documents and maintaining files is essential. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with clients and third parties effectively. We offer competitive pay and benefits and reward excellence and performance.We believe in promoting a healthy work life balance to support your well-being presenting the following benefits: Competitive annual leave Private medical cover Life insurance Company pension Enhanced maternity an paternity pay Working hours of 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-07-12