Legal Administrator

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Radlett; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal recruitment firm in Radlett is seeking a Legal Administrator to join their Conveyancing department. The role involves supporting the team with various administrative tasks and client interactions. The ideal candidate will have experience in legal administration and the ability to thrive under pressure. They offer a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive holiday with buy/sell options

Health Cash Plan

Flexible pension

Subsidised parking

Firmwide bonus scheme

Wellbeing initiatives and social events

Qualifications

• Experience in legal administration or secretarial support.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Strong client relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Conveyancers with transactions and documentation.
• Manage client files and maintain accurate records.
• Handle client inquiries and correspondence.

Skills

Client relationship building

Efficient multitasking

Strong communication

Job description

Overview

Our Legal 500 client is seeking a Legal Administrator to support their Conveyancing department with day-to-day secretarial and administrative tasks. They are looking for a professional and confident individual who can work efficiently under pressure, build strong client relationships, and adapt to changing priorities. The firm is happy to consider full-time or part-time/school-hours arrangements for the right candidate.

Duties

• Support Conveyancers with sales, purchases, and re-mortgages, including ordering Land Registry documents, preparing contracts, conducting searches, requesting client/lender funds, assisting with completions, and preparing SDLT returns.
• Schedule and manage Deeds, and maintain client files from opening to closure, including archiving and uploading documents to the case management system.
• Handle client enquiries via phone or in-person, provide updates, and respond to correspondence.
• Manage outgoing post and emails, liaise with Accounts as needed, and maintain accurate client contact details.
• Perform general administrative duties, including photocopying, printing, and document organisation.
• Support the team with secretarial tasks, telephone cover, and matter administration.

Salary and Benefits

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including competitive holiday (with buy/sell options), a Health Cash Plan, flexible pension, subsidised parking, a firmwide bonus scheme, plus a wide range of wellbeing initiatives and social events.

The Firm

With a heritage spanning over 200 years, this firm has built a strong reputation across Hertfordshire and London, supported by multiple prestigious accreditations. They continue to evolve, combining tradition with innovation, and their team of 100+ professionals is committed to providing exceptional legal services in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.