Legal Administrator

Broadfield UK (formerly BDB Pitmans) is a law firm that serves mid-market clients, with deep expertise in multiple practice areas and a strong commitment to client service. As trusted advisors in navigating complexities of law, the Broadfield team is comprised of entrepreneurial experts and leaders who provide legal strategies and solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. With offices currently in London, Cambridge, Reading and Southampton, Broadfield UK has a team of over 420 experts dedicated to building lasting client relationships grounded in trust and integrity.

The team

The commercial real estate team have expertise in all aspects of a commercial property transaction. This includes construction, planning, drafting commercial leases and sale and purchase of property or land.

The opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in a career as a legal secretary/PA to join our Commercial Property team in the firm’s London office. The role will be working alongside partners and fee earners to provide them with general administrative and legal support.

The main elements of this role would include but are not limited to:

1. General administrative tasks such as deeds filing and scheduling, electronic filing (profiling), scanning and archiving, amending documents
2. Assisting with file management - file opening, closing, matter balance clearance
3. Undertaking and assisting with property searches, land registry applications & SDLT submissions
4. Scanning and profiling post & original documentation
5. Supporting and assisting fee earners with client billing
6. Assisting with ad-hoc special projects
7. Providing general support to the wider Real Estate department when required
8. Any other duties as reasonably required by the department

Who we are looking for

Knowledge/Experience

• Some previous experience of working in a professional or law firm setting is preferred
• Experience of working on property law matters would be useful but is not essential as full training will be given. Candidates should however be able to demonstrate an interest in general commercial law.

Qualifications

• Minimum “C” grade in both GCSE Maths & English

Skills

• An organised common sense approach to working
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and prioritise accordingly
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexible approach to all required tasks with a “can do” attitude
• Ability and confidence to interact with all levels of personnel in the department
• Willingness to learn and contribute ideas