Commercial Property Legal Assistant

GerrardWhite; London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London seeks a Commercial Property Legal Assistant to support its Commercial Property department. The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary, hybrid working flexibility, and a supportive team culture focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing training and mentoring

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in legal support or paralegal role within commercial property law preferred.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Confident communicator thriving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative tasks, document management, and diary coordination.
• Draft and format legal documents, ensuring accuracy.
• Liaise with clients and manage correspondence related to transactions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Commercial Property Legal Assistant

Are you a proactive and commercially minded Commercial Property Legal Assistant looking to develop your career within a leading law firm?

We’re proud to be working in partnership with a highly ranked, top UK law firm with a stellar reputation for both its legal expertise and outstanding working culture. They are now seeking a driven and enthusiastic Commercial Property Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in the London office.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational and communication skills who is looking to build a career within commercial real estate law. The firm is known for its supportive, collaborative environment and commitment to personal and professional growth.

The Role:
As a Commercial Property Legal Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting fee earners within the Commercial Property department. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks, including document management, diary coordination, and file maintenance
  
  
• Drafting and formatting documents and ensuring files are accurate and up to date
  
  
• Liaising with clients, managing correspondence, and assisting with the smooth running of transactions
  
  
• Supporting the team with general paralegal duties as needed
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a legal support or paralegal role within property or commercial law (1+ year preferred)
  
  
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
  
  
• A confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment
  
  
• A collaborative, professional attitude with a genuine enthusiasm for property law
  
  

Why Join?
As a Commercial Property Legal Assistant at this firm, you’ll benefit from:

• A welcoming, close-knit team and a genuinely supportive culture
  
  
• Clear progression pathways and regular performance reviews
  
  
• A firm that actively supports your career development and personal goals
  
  
• A healthy work-life balance – they believe you should work to live, not live to work
  
  

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
  
  
• Comprehensive benefits package
  
  
• Hybrid working flexibility (office-based initially with potential for some remote working once settled)
  
  
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities for growth
  
  

If you're a talented Commercial Property Legal Assistant ready to make your mark at a firm that values your development and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

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