Legal Administrator

Avocet Legal; Taunton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks a Legal Administrator for a full-time position in Taunton. You will provide essential administrative support to the Conveyancing team, manage client enquiries, and ensure smooth housing transactions. Ideal candidates will have experience in administration, strong attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills. The role offers a competitive salary of GBP23,751 along with various benefits, including healthcare plans and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive Salary of GBP23,751

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an administrative function is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong IT skills and a desire to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Conveyancing team.
• Act as first point of contact for enquiries.
• Manage routine client telephone enquiries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

IT skills

Teamwork

Job description

Dani at Avocet Legal Careers is delighted to present this exceptional opportunity with one of the UK's most forward-thinking law firms.

This is a pivotal role that acts as the backbone of their Islamic Finance conveyancing process, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

About the Client

Our client is a leading UK law firm with a seriously ambitious growth strategy and a client base spanning household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises. Built on values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive, and collaborative, they maintain a strong focus on being a responsible business with commitment to sustainability and community involvement.

About the Role

This is an office-based, full-time position offering an excellent foundation for those aspiring to build a career in Conveyancing. You'll work closely with their market-leading Conveyancing Services team, who focus on exceptional customer service backed by cutting-edge case management technology.

Legal Administrator Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Conveyancing team
• Act as first point of contact for enquiries, delivering excellent customer service to new and repeat clients
• Handle initial matter setup procedures including confirmation of instruction letters and updating central records
• Enter entities and capacities on each new client/matter file accurately
• Ensure all appropriate quality service and compliance standards are met for all matters
• Collate and complete due diligence to comply with Anti Money Laundering Regulations
• Manage routine client telephone enquiries, obtaining all required information for file opening requirements
• Draft relevant documents and manage client queries throughout the conveyancing process
• Support the team in ensuring housing transactions proceed smoothly and efficiently
• Contribute to the exceptional customer service standards that define the team

Legal Administrator Requirements

• Prior experience working within an administrative function (essential)
• Experience of property transactions would be ideal but not essential
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Naturally organised with excellent attention to detail
• Commitment to working within a quality standard environment
• Strong IT skills with ability to learn new systems quickly
• Excellent teamworking desire and collaborative approach
• Shared vision for innovation, collaboration, and achieving excellence together

Benefits

• Competitive Salary of GBP23,751
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance
• Career Progression
• Plus much more!

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses excellent attention to detail. Whether you're looking to start a new career in the legal world or continue growing your legal career, this role offers exceptional opportunities for development.

You should be naturally organised, committed to quality standards, and excited about working with a team that combines traditional legal expertise with innovative approaches to client service.

For a confidential discussion about this outstanding opportunity, please contact Dani at Avocet Legal Careers today.