Legal Assistant

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

Job summary

A renowned Law Firm in Surrey is seeking a proactive Fee Earning Support Assistant for their Commercial Property team. The role provides essential support to solicitors, ensuring smooth operation of transactions while offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in legal environments, strong typing skills, and a keen understanding of commercial property law.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £35K with experience

Professional development opportunities

20 days Holiday plus Xmas shut down

Pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial or legal assistant environment.
• Strong typing and audio typing skills (minimum 60 wpm).
• Understanding of commercial property law and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Commercial Property team.
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Assisting Solicitors with commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, and leases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office Suite

Case management systems

Job description

Fee Earning Support Assistant - Commercial Property required for our client who offer healthcare plan, professional development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview
Our client a renown Law Firm based in Surrey is seeking a proactive and experienced Fee Earning Support Assistant to join their Commercial Property team. This role provides essential support to the Head of Department, Senior Solicitor, Solicitor, and Newly Qualified Solicitor in delivering high-quality legal services to our commercial property clients. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of commercial property transactions and matters.

Key Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Commercial Property team
• Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports
• Audio typing and document production to a high standard
• Act as first point of contact for clients, providing excellent customer service
• Update clients on case progress and handle routine enquiries
• Assisting Solicitors with commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, and leases
• Conduct property searches including local authority, environmental, and Land Registry searches
• Prepare completion statements and handle post-completion formalities
• Assisting with lease renewals, assignments, and licensing matters

Experience & Qualifications of the Legal Assistant:

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial or legal assistant environment
• Previous commercial property experience
• Strong typing and audio typing skills (minimum 60 wpm)
• Excellent IT skills including MS Office Suite and case management systems
• Understanding of commercial property law and procedures preferred
• Experience with property searches and Land Registry procedures

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Professional telephone manner
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £35K with experience
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• 20 days Holiday plus Xmas shut down, pension, healthcare
• Opportunity to develop expertise in commercial property law

For more information on this Legal Assistant role and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref 37220