The Company
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Our client is a professional legal practice operating within the property law sector. The firm supports clients with both residential and commercial property matters and offers a busy, fast-paced working environment.
The Role
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary for their Property Law team. In this proactive and organised role, you will support one Residential Property Solicitor and one Commercial Property Solicitor within a busy property department. This is a varied and hands-on position, ideal for someone with property law experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Responsibilities within this role will include:
Sending out quotes to prospective clients.
Opening new files and carrying out client due diligence, including ID checks and AML compliance.
Preparing and issuing client care letters and terms of engagement.
Liaising with clients to obtain initial documentation and information.
Assisting with a range of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion.
Supporting on commercial property transactions as required.
Preparing contract packs and legal documentation.
Ordering searches and managing search results.
Drafting standard correspondence and documents.
Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and third parties.
Submitting SDLT returns.
Dealing with Land Registry applications.
The Person
The ideal candidate is proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a busy environment supporting multiple fee-earners.
Experience in residential conveyancing (essential).
Commercial property experience (desirable).
Strong understanding of the conveyancing process.
Familiarity with Land Registry and SDLT submissions. xsngvjr
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
The Salary
£26-32,000
The Hours
Monday Friday 9am 5pm
The Location
Bradley Stoke, Bristol (100% office based)