The Firm
Our client, a highly regarded boutique property law firm based in London's West End, is seeking a Legal PA to join their team. The firm is known for its friendly and collaborative environment, providing high-quality real estate services to a wide range of clients. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, professional team with exposure to complex property matters.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal PA to provide dedicated support to Property fee earners and partners. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations within a busy but supportive environment. Duties to include:
Drafting documents as instructed by fee earners, including contracts, completion statements, leases, and other legal documentation
Post-completion tasks, including submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax returns
Producing, amending, and formatting legal documents using Microsoft Word, digital dictation transcription, and/or copy typing
Obtaining relevant property searches through Searchflow or similar software
Lodging applications, registrations, and requesting searches from Land Registry
Carrying out Anti-Money Laundering identification checks
Understanding accounting ledgers to produce bills, completion statements, and raise account requisitions
Filing and general administration duties, including uploading documents to client extranets/portals
Assisting with post, including franking, scanning, and distribution
Liaising with clients by telephone and in-person
Welcoming clients to meetings and preparing boardrooms
Managing stationery and refreshments orders This Legal PA opportunity is a full-time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years' experience working as a Legal Secretary/PA within a regional or City property law firm/department
Strong understanding of property matters, the conveyancing process, and associated documentation
Experience using a case management system and working electronically
Advanced knowledge of Office 365 - Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Exceptional typing speed and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workloads, and manage multiple tasks efficientlyVacancy Highlights
Work within a friendly, collaborative boutique property law firm
Exposure to complex property matters and high-profile clients
Competitive benefits package including cycle to work scheme, employee assistance program, private healthcare, pension, and interest-free season ticket loanTo be considered for this Legal PA opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK