An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join a well-established legal practice, delivering a broad range of legal services to both private individuals and businesses.

As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative and secretarial support, ensuring legal matters are progressed efficiently while delivering a high standard of client service. This role offers salary range of £27,000 - £28,000 (negotiable) and benefits.

They may consider a higher salary for candidates with strong property or commercial law experience.

You will be responsible for:

• Opening and maintaining client files and records.
• Supporting compliance processes, including identity verification and related checks.
• Managing incoming correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries.
• Assisting with client onboarding procedures and associated administration.
• Monitoring key deadlines and ensuring actions are completed within required timescales.
• Using online portals to obtain documentation and submit applications.
• Assisting with billing, invoicing and financial administration.
• Preparing legal documents and correspondence through digital audio typing.
• Handling scanning, document management, post distribution and general office administration

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Property Legal Secretary, Property Legal Assistant, Property Paralegal, Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Conveyancing Paralegal, Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Administrator, legal Administrator, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
• Must have experience within a property or conveyancing department.
• Skilled in using Word, Excel and a legal case management system.
• Ability to open and maintain client files and records.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Confident communicating with clients and third parties via telephone.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Life insurance cover
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical cash plan
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits
• Social events and team activities
• Dog-friendly office environment
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

If you are looking to build your career within a professional legal environment and join a supportive organisation, this is an excellent opportunity to apply and take the next step in your career.

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