Legal Assistant

SPI Management; Marlborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Legal Assistant to enhance their Conveyancing Department. The role involves administrative and legal support to enable lawyers to concentrate on complex tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience in a legal environment and possess strong communication and detail-oriented skills. The firm values collaboration and provides a supportive culture that encourages career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in handling day-to-day client matters.
• Calm and focused under pressure.
• Flexible and solutions-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handling day-to-day client matters with professionalism.
• Preparing legal documents and correspondence.
• Supporting client and third-party liaison.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

High attention to detail

Collaboration

IT proficiency

Education

Previous experience in a legal environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal systems

Job description

Are you ready to take your legal support career to the next level? Our client is looking for a Legal Assistant to join their thriving Conveyancing Department. The ideal candidate will have a proactive mindset, an eye for detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enabling lawyers to focus on complex legal work by providing vital administrative and legal support. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative team in a progressive law firm that values its culture, client service, and people-first ethos.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Handling day-to-day client matters with professionalism and care
2. Preparing legal documents and correspondence accurately and efficiently
3. Typing, filing, opening files, and maintaining records
4. Ordering Searches and Land Registry documents
5. Screening calls, managing mail and emails, and prioritizing tasks
6. Preparing files for billing and assisting with reception duties when needed
7. Providing friendly, responsive service in line with LEXCEL standards
8. Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and Law Society requirements
9. Supporting client and third-party liaison to facilitate smooth transactions

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a legal environment
• Calm, polite, and focused under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative approach with strong relationship-building skills
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• IT proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office and legal systems
• Flexible, professional, and solutions-oriented attitude

Desirable

• Knowledge or background in conveyancing
• Experience working in a fast-paced conveyancing team

Our client champions collaboration, career growth, and a culture where everyone feels inspired. They offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous holiday allowance. You will be encouraged, supported, and recognized as you develop a career you can be proud of.

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