A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm in Lichfield, providing dedicated support to a solicitor within the busy Commercial Property department.This role is perfect for someone with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and prior experience supporting fee earners in a legal environment.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of the department. Typical duties will include:
Managing diaries, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointmentsHandling client correspondence, queries and telephone calls in line with client care standardsOpening and closing case files and maintaining accurate client records on the firm’s case management systemPreparing legal documents such as contract packs, transfer forms and supporting paperworkSubmitting SDLT returns to HMRC and registering property applications with the Land RegistryDrafting and producing letters, forms and bills (including from dictation)Managing hard copy files, including filing, scanning, copying and retrieval
About youTo be considered for this Commercial Property Legal Assistant role, you will have:
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, ideally within property lawExcellent communication skills with a professional and client-focused mannerStrong IT skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Office and case management softwareA proactive and organised approach with the ability to prioritise tasks under pressureHigh levels of accuracy and discretion when handling sensitive informationA motivated, team-oriented attitude with a commitment to excellent client service
Benefits and Package
Full-time role: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:15pm (office-based)Competitive salary, dependent on experience26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidaysPension schemeHoliday bonus schemeFirm-funded eye testsImmediate start available
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career as a Commercial Property Legal Assistant in a supportive and professional environment, working alongside experienced solicitors on a varied caseload of property matters. To apply please contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal or apply online for more information. #INDGEMN