Legal Administrator

Freeths; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Nottingham is seeking a Legal Secretary to support the Real Estate department. The successful candidate will assist lawyers with transaction documents, client communication, and administrative tasks. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a collaborative and diverse team environment. Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal secretary or administrator is advantageous.
• Experience setting up and maintaining administrative and filing procedures.
• Strong computer skills, specifically in MS Office.
• Self-management skills with the ability to prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers with transaction document preparation.
• Handle incoming client and lawyer queries.
• Order property searches and Land Registry documents.
• Manage the office inbound post and filing.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Client service orientation

Organisational skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

If you enjoy being part of a successful, high performing and friendly team then this role could be just for you. You’ll be working closely as part of the Nottingham Real Estate department to make sure they have the right secretarial / administrative support at all times. The successful candidate will need to be able to work well in a team, building strong relationship with your team and our clients. There is a lot of room for progression and we will support you in your professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting lawyers with the preparation of transaction documents, data rooms, extranets and engrossment bundles (including paper and electronic)
• Handling lawyer queries by email, phone & MS Teams
• Answering and dealing with incoming client, lawyer and third party telephone calls and emails where necessary
• Ordering property searches and Land Registry documents
• Audio transcription
• Making sure all team files are in good order and databases are kept up-to-date
• Opening case files on the relevant case management systems
• Making payments of invoices, cheques, BACs payments & billing
• Preparing digital files for audit
• Managing the office inbound post, printing, scanning & photocopying
• Co-ordinating billing requests
• Arranging meetings
• Assisting with team management and organisation

Your Skills And Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a legal secretary or administrator, executive assistant or in a similar role is advantageous however not essential, as training will be provided
• Experience of setting up and maintaining administrative and filing procedures
• A solid foundation of office experience and a proactive approach to your work
• Client service orientated approach
• Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team with strong communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strong computer skills, specifically in relation to MS Office
• Self-management and excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work calmly and effectively in a pressurised environment
• Attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
• Positive and enthusiastic team player

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