Legal Assistant

Tate; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UK is seeking a capable and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join their Conveyancing department. You will provide high-quality administrative support to lawyers, handling client enquiries and preparing legal documents. The ideal candidate will have previous legal work experience and excellent communication skills. Join a positive work environment focused on client relationships and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Handling client enquiries and preparing straightforward legal documents.
• Typing correspondence, managing files, and ordering searches and Land Registry documents.
• Preparing files for billing and screening incoming calls.
• Sorting and prioritising post, emails, and messages.
• Providing reception cover and liaising with clients and third parties.
• Upholding LEXCEL standards and Law Society requirements.
• Understanding basic Solicitors Accounts Rules relating to client monies.

Skills

Previous experience in legal work

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong administrative abilities and attention to detail

Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Collaborative approach and sound decision-making skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other IT systems

Flexible, organised, and able to manage a varied workload

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a capable and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our busy Conveyancing department. This role involves providing high-quality administrative support to our lawyers, enabling them to focus on more technical legal matters. You will play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to a positive and professional working environment.

Responsibilities

• Handling client enquiries and preparing straightforward legal documents
• Typing correspondence, managing files, and ordering searches and Land Registry documents
• Preparing files for billing and screening incoming calls
• Sorting and prioritising post, emails, and messages
• Providing reception cover and liaising with clients and third parties
• Upholding LEXCEL standards and Law Society requirements
• Understanding basic Solicitors Accounts Rules relating to client monies

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in legal work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong administrative abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Collaborative approach and sound decision-making skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other IT systems
• Flexible, organised, and able to manage a varied workload

Desirable

• Background in conveyancing
• Experience within a busy legal team

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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