Legal Assistant
Royal Wootton Bassett
5x days on site
9am - 5pm
Parking on site
£24,000 - £29,000 DOE
We are seeking a capable and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our busy Conveyancing department. This role involves providing high-quality administrative support to our lawyers, enabling them to focus on more technical legal matters. You will play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to a positive and professional working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Handling client enquiries and preparing straightforward legal documents
Typing correspondence, managing files, and ordering searches and Land Registry documents
Preparing files for billing and screening incoming calls
Sorting and prioritising post, emails, and messages
Providing reception cover and liaising with clients and third parties
Upholding LEXCEL standards and Law Society requirements
Understanding basic Solicitors Accounts Rules relating to client monies
Essential Skills and Experience:
Previous experience in legal work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong administrative abilities and attention to detail
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Collaborative approach and sound decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other IT systems
Flexible, organised, and able to manage a varied workload
Desirable:
Background in conveyancing
Experience within a busy legal team
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application