Commercial & Agricultural – Legal Administrative Assistant – Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover)
Farnfields Solicitors has an excellent opportunity for a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our busy Commercial & Agricultural Department at our North Dorset offices in Shaftesbury on fixed‑term contract from May 2026 to May 2027, full time, to cover maternity leave.
What’s the Role?
The role involves providing administrative/secretarial support within the Commercial & Agricultural Department using our designated IT systems. The department is busy, so you will be proficient and comfortable working in a busy team with regular multi‑tasking and meeting deadlines. You will liaise with clients, solicitors and estate agents, so good people skills are essential. Previous legal secretarial or property‑related admin experience would be advantageous, but is not essential for the right candidate.
Who You Are
* A team player with good communication, organisational and IT skills, coupled with initiative and strong attention to detail.
* Passionate about providing excellent client service and having a friendly, professional and proactive approach.
About Farnfields
Farnfields is a well‑established and successful law firm with a modern, down‑to‑earth approach. We are passionate about delivering outstanding service to our clients and take pride in being an active part of the local community.
We value being friendly, supportive, and ambitious – qualities that define both how we work with our clients and how we support one another as colleagues. Recognising the importance of family life, we foster a culture that promotes a healthy work‑life balance alongside professional growth.
Our commitment to excellence has been recognised nationally:
* Residential Conveyancing Team of the Year 2024 – The British Conveyancing Awards
* Team of the Year (Business Law) 2023 – LawNet
* Leading Firm – The Legal 500, 2021
As a Lexcel‑accredited firm and proud LawNet member, we are dedicated to continuous career development, offering challenging and rewarding work that engages and motivates our team.
At Farnfields, you’ll find a law firm that combines professional expertise with a supportive and approachable culture – a place where both clients and colleagues feel valued.
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