Commercial Property Legal Assistant

Law Staff Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in Stafford is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant. This role involves managing diaries, handling client correspondence, and preparing legal documents, all while being part of a supportive team. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including training and a monthly holiday bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Monthly holiday bonus

Firm-funded eye care

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant in a commercial property environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage client files and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Manage Fee Earner diaries, including arranging meetings.
• Handle routine client correspondence and telephone enquiries.
• Prepare client correspondence and invoices.

Skills

Client correspondence

Diary management

Document preparation

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities for the Legal Assistant:

• 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 Include:

• 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

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking to develop their career within a highly regarded commercial property department.