Legal Assistant - Commercial Property
Hybrid Working/ Cardiff
A leading regional law firm with a strong track record in commercial property is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to join its growing team. The firm is recognised for its supportive culture, commitment to developing people, and providing genuine long-term career opportunities. With ongoing growth across the business, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their career within a highly respected property department.
In this role, you will provide essential support to the commercial property fee earners, ensuring the smooth running of client files and assisting with a wide range of administrative and post-completion duties.
What You Will Be Doing:
1. Managing file administration including opening and closing matters
2. Conducting AML checks for new clients
3. Obtaining and reviewing Land Registry documentation
4. Ordering searches and liaising with external providers
5. Handling incoming calls and taking accurate messages
6. Preparing completion statements
7. Drafting and submitting SDLT/LTT returns
8. Supporting post-completion processes including Land Registry applications
9. Providing general administrative support across the team
The Experience You Will Need:
10. Experience as a legal secretary or legal assistant (property experience desirable)
11. Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
12. Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
13. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
14. Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and experience with case management systems
What You'll Receive
15. Competitive salary with annual review
16. Minimum 22 days holiday (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
17. Office closure during the Christmas period
18. Eye-care support and access to private medical insurance (after qualifying period)
19. Ongoing training and a clear pathway for career development
If you're a Commercial Property Assistant ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Nicole Smith on 07458161770 or alternatively send your CV.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.