Legal Assistant

Office Angels; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels in Northampton is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Commercial Property team. You will handle a busy workload, manage case files, submit online property searches, and assist with Land Registry applications and SDLT returns, while maintaining high levels of client service.

You will work within a friendly, professional firm, with opportunities to develop your legal career and progress within the department as it grows.

Qualifications

• Previous Legal Assistant experience within Commercial Property or Property Law.
• Experience with Case Management systems.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Submitting online property searches
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications
• Completing Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns
• Assisting with quality assurance and compliance processes
• Managing case files and case management systems
• Photocopying, scanning and filing documents
• Supporting fee earners with day-to-day administration
• Assisting other legal departments when required

Skills

Commercial Property

Case Management

Administration

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Legal Assistant - Property

Northampton

£30,000 - £35,000 DOE

Full-Time | Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing law firm in Northampton that is looking to add an experienced Legal Assistant to its expanding Commercial Property team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and supportive firm where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the department.

What's in it for you?

• Join a respected and growing legal practice
• Work within a friendly and supportive Commercial Property team
• Varied and busy workload with genuine responsibility
• Excellent opportunity to further develop your legal career

The Role

As a Legal Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to fee earners within the Commercial Property department. You'll be responsible for managing a range of tasks, ensuring matters progress efficiently and maintaining high levels of client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Submitting online property searches
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications
• Completing Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns
• Assisting with quality assurance and compliance processes
• Managing case files and case management systems
• Photocopying, scanning and filing documents
• Supporting fee earners with day-to-day administration
• Assisting other legal departments when required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience working as a Legal Assistant within a property-based legal environment and be confident handling a busy workload.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous Legal Assistant experience within Commercial Property or Property Law
• Case Management system experience
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong time management and prioritisation abilities
• Professional and courteous telephone manner
• Ability to work effectively under strict deadlines
• Proactive, adaptable and enthusiastic approach
• Strong team-player mentality

Desirable Skills

• Audio typing experience (Diktamen or similar)If you're an organised and detail-focused Legal Assistant looking for your next challenge within a thriving Commercial Property team, we'd love to hear from you.

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