Legal Assistant – Real Estate Leicester
Join Freeths to work in a legal environment alongside talented lawyers. We support flexible working that balances the needs of our teams, clients and our own people.
About The Role
The Legal Assistant Programme is for an initial 6‑month contract. Performance is reviewed at 3‑month intervals. At 6 months we assess a second 6‑month contract; at 9 months we decide on funding for the Solicitor Qualifying Examinations.
Please note: Non‑law graduates and those without a qualifying law degree or conversion must have completed the PGDL before applying.
Key Responsibilities
* Instruct property searches
* Complete SDLT returns
* Complete LR applications
* Carry out basic levels of due diligence and drafting of legal documents
* Carry out research
* Carry out any other reasonable tasks that may arise
Your Skills and Qualifications
* Excellent academics and first‑class organisational skills
* Build lasting relationships and contribute with a flexible, can‑do attitude
* Excellent communication skills and a real team player with a flexible and professional approach to work
* Good IT skills, experience and confidence with using Microsoft packages
* Consistently demonstrate and embody the firm’s values
Do we sound like a match? If you’re someone who cares deeply, communicates openly and collaborates effectively, then we’d love to have you join our diverse, inclusive team.
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