Legal Assistant

Pertemps; Totnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Employee wellbeing support

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Staff benefits package

Job summary

Pertemps is recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join a busy property team within a well‑established professional services organisation. The role focuses on residential conveyancing tasks and providing proactive administrative support to ensure smooth file progression.

Key duties include opening new files, preparing onboarding paperwork, and coordinating completion and post‑completion activities. The position is full‑time and permanent with a salary around £28,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Residential conveyancing experience required.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines.
• Team‑oriented and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Opening and administering new client files.
• Preparing client care documentation and onboarding paperwork.
• Completing compliance and due diligence checks.
• Issuing contract documentation and requesting searches.
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders, and other third parties.
• Supporting matters through exchange and completion.
• Preparing completion statements.
• Arranging and transferring completion funds.
• Managing post-completion processes and registrations.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring matters progress efficiently.

Skills

Residential Conveyancing

Communication

Organisation

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Legal Assistant | Full-Time, Permanent | £28,000 DOE

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services organisation seeking an organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join their busy property team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and administering new client files
• Preparing client care documentation and onboarding paperwork
• Completing compliance and due diligence checks
• Issuing contract documentation and requesting searches
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders, and other third parties
• Supporting matters through exchange and completion
• Preparing completion statements
• Arranging and transferring completion funds
• Managing post-completion processes and registrations
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring matters progress efficiently

About You

• Previous experience within Residential Conveyancing as a Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Assistant, or similar role
• Good understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage a busy and varied workload
• Positive and team-focused approach

What's on Offer

• Salary of £28,000 DOE
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Employee wellbeing support
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Staff benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term career progression opportunities

If you have conveyancing experience and are looking for your next opportunity within a respected and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.