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Legal Assistant - Residential & Commercial Property - Ferndown - £25,000
Our client, a respected and growing law firm in Ferndown, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretarial Assistant to join their property department, supporting both residential and commercial conveyancing teams.
This is an excellent opportunity for a legal support professional with strong secretarial skills and a background in property law.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide secretarial and administrative support to fee earners in the property department
* Audio typing and accurate word processing of legal documents and correspondence
* Prepare, format, and proofread professional documentation to a high standard
* Liaise directly with clients in person and via telephone, taking clear and accurate messages
* Maintain and manage diaries, appointments, and file organisation
* Manage databases, open/close client files, and maintain accurate records
* Handle post-completion matters including Land Registry applications, SDLT returns, completion statements, and other related tasks
Key Skills
* Previous experience in a legal secretarial or assistant role, specifically within a conveyancing department
* Sound understanding of Land Registry processes
* Experience in commercial property is desirable, though not essential
* Excellent command of written and spoken English
* Fast and accurate audio typing skills (minimum 40+ wpm)
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Ability to prioritise workloads, work independently, and contribute to team efforts
* Professional, proactive, and adaptable with a keen eye for detail
Benefits
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Additional holiday with office closure over Christmas
* Onsite parking
* Health cashback plan
* Friendly and collaborative team culture
This position would suit a well-organised, confident legal assistant who thrives in a busy office environment and takes pride in delivering a high standard of support.
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Tel: 01202 233777 (Option 1 - Office & Commercial Team)
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Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency
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* Ferndown, England
Work experience
* Administrative
* Legal
Languages
* English
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