Commercial Property Legal Assistant

Law Staff Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant. The position offers a variety of responsibilities, including managing Fee Earner diaries and preparing client documents. This role provides excellent opportunities for career development within a friendly and supportive environment, along with a competitive benefits package including annual leave, pension, and professional training support.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Monthly holiday bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant in commercial property is preferred.
• Strong communication skills in handling client correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage Fee Earner diaries and commission appointments.
• Prepare and record client correspondence and invoices.
• Open and close client files with accurate records.

Skills

Diary management

Client correspondence

File management

Audio dictation

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant to join a well-established, Legal 500-ranked firm. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including target-related bonuses and ongoing training and development to support your career as a Legal Assistant. This role presents the chance for a Legal Assistant to become part of a large, friendly, and supportive team of lawyers and legal assistants, contributing to a collaborative and professional working environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking to develop their career within a highly regarded commercial property department. For more information about this Legal Assistant role, please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37338.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage Fee Earner diaries, including arranging meetings and appointments
• Handle routine client correspondence and respond to telephone enquiries
• Open and close client files, ensuring accurate maintenance of client records
• Prepare client correspondence, enclosures, and invoices
• Organise and manage hard copy files, including copying, filing, and retrieving documentation
• Request and record payments from clients
• Produce correspondence and documentation from audio dictation
• Submit SDLT returns to HMRC
• Submit property registration applications to the Land Registry
• Assist with drafting contract packs, transfer forms, and other legal documents
• Provide reception cover when required

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn additional leave by meeting performance targets)
• Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests
• Ongoing training and development, with support for professional qualification study