We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Legal Assistant to join our growing team, working within the busy Landlord and Tenant team.
You will be working closely with the Partners and Solicitors in the team, providing crucial support in a variety of property-related matters including lease extensions; enfranchisements; pre and post completion work.
Salary
Key Responsibilities
These will include but not limited to:-
* Assisting with the management of a busy caseload. In particular, assisting with pre and post completion duties such as issuing documents to all relevant parties, making the necessary Land Registry applications, accounting for monies and progressing matters until they are billed and closed.
* Making searches and applications as well as responding to requisitions at the Land Registry.
* Assisting with the management of client matters and diary entries for specific tasks
* Assisting with Companies House filings.
* Assisting in drafting simple legal documents such as letters, certificates and licences.
* Monitoring client ledgers, paying invoices, billing and drafting Completion Statements.
* Liaising with clients and third parties, ensuring they are kept updated on progress.
* Maintaining and updating case management systems, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
* Supporting the team with general administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and drafting correspondence.
* Opening files and dealing with client care matters including AML requirements.
A law degree is not essential, although previous experience in Conveyancing or Lease Extension/Collective Enfranchisement is preferred for this role.
The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail complimented with the ability to manage and enjoy managing a busy diary. You will be organised and methodical with a can-do attitude. You will be able to evidence good interpersonal skills as you will be liaising with clients on a regular basis.
Benefits
We offer competitive pay, benefits and reward excellence and performance. We believe in promoting a healthy work-life balance to support your well-being presenting the following benefits:
* Competitive annual leave
* Private medical cash plan
* Life insurance
* Company pension
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Working hours of 9am 5pm Monday to Friday
* Social activities and sports teams
* Dog-friendly office days
Thank you for your interest in this role, due to the significant number of applicants we expect to receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please note on this occasion we will not be pursuing your application any further.
The closing date for applications is 22nd August 2025.
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