Commercial Property Solicitor

Andy File Associates Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 holidays + Bank holidays

Scottish Widows Pension

Westfield Healthcare

Discount on legal fees

Job summary

Andy File Associates Ltd in Sheffield seeks a qualified solicitor or legal executive to join a well-established law firm known for client service excellence.

You will manage a diverse caseload, supervise support staff, and work with colleagues across practice areas to maximise revenue opportunities while maintaining high standards of integrity and client care.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive.
• Excellent knowledge of area of practice.
• Experience in Business Development initiatives.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload for clients and in line with department needs.
• Process instructions per established procedures.
• Supervise support staff and secretarial support where applicable.
• Maximise revenue opportunities by cross-selling with colleagues.
• Assist in Marketing activities and maintain professional relationships.
• Maintain ongoing client contact and provide proactive solutions.
• Apply financial controls for matters under supervision.
• Ensure quality control compliance for matters under control.
• Identify and undertake personal and professional development.
• Participate in performance management and uphold equality and health & safety.

Skills

Client care

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Legal Executive

Tools

Case Management systems

Job description

Our client is a well-established leading firm of solicitors based in Sheffield. They are a forward-thinking organisation and one of the leading law firms in South Yorkshire well known for delivering excellent levels of client care.

Overall Purpose of the Role: Contribute to the efficient running of the client's organisation, by working as part of a team to deliver a client
focused, professional service.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Manage a caseload of matters on behalf of clients and in accordance with the needs of the department.
• Process instructions in accordance with established procedures of good practice.
• Supervise the provision of support services for which you are responsible, including the work of any secretarial support provided.
• Maximise revenue opportunities to the firm by working with colleagues across the firm where there are cross-selling and marketing opportunities;
• Assist in Marketing activities and maintain appropriate professional relationships.
• Maintain ongoing client contact proactively identifying and implementing solutions.
• Effect financial controls for matters under your supervision in conjunction with the Head of Department.
• Ensure compliance with quality control procedures for all matters within your control.
• Identify and undertake continual personal and professional development including contributing to the development of others.
• Contribute to the success of the organisationby participating in performance management arrangements and by applying the principles and practices associated with equality in employment, equality in service delivery and health and safety in the workplace.
• Undertake any roles or tasks that are consistent with the level of this post or that fall within the scope of the role thereby ensuring that the overall business and operational priorities of the business are delivered in a timely and effective manner.

Person Specificaton

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Excellent and comprehensive knowledge of area of practice
• Demonstrable experience of Business Development initiatives
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including word and outlook

Abilities, skills and knowledge:

• Strong analytical, prioritising and decision making skills
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Excellent organisation skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on accuracy in letters, calculations, drafting of documents and correspondence.
• Ability to read, summarise and present complex information in a clear and accessible way
• Innate ability to work methodically and accurately with an excellent attention to detail
• Strong presentation skills

Personal style and behaviour:

• A professional, practical and pro-active outlook
• An integral commitment to the highest standards of integrity
• A dedication to delivering excellent standards of client care
• A flexible, adaptable and solution-based approach.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience of Case Management systems

Benefits include:

• 25 holidays + Bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years’ service pro-rata for part time
• Scottish Widows’ Pension, standard contribution initially and after 3 years employer contribution 6%
• Westfield Healthcare
• Discount on legal fees up to £750