Legal Assistant

Executive Network Legal Limited; West of England; Presencial; GBP 23.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Enhanced annual leave

Workplace pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Descripción de la vacante

Executive Network Legal Limited is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Bristol residential property team. The role requires at least 2 years of experience, with a solid understanding of conveyancing from induction through to completion.

You will manage client enquiries, open files, prepare cost estimates, and liaise with agents, lenders and solicitors. The position is permanent and full-time, offering an enhanced annual leave package, pension, and access to training and mentoring in a modern

Formación

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role.
• Knowledge of conveyancing processes from induction to completion.
• Experience handling client enquiries, file opening, and cost estimates.

Responsabilidades

• Manage new client enquiries and open files following initial instructions.
• Draft and issue contract packs; review property searches.
• Coordinate completions, including mortgage advances and transfer of funds.
• Maintain electronic case files, track deadlines, and respond to client enquiries promptly.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Time management

Client communication

Descripción del empleo

Legal Assistant | Bristol | £25,000 + DOE | 2 years' experience | Enhanced annual leave package | A new opportunity to join a firm known for its excellent working culture and reputation has just presented itself.

OVERVIEW:

The firm is looking for an experienced property Paralegal or Legal Assistant with at least 2 years of experience to join their residential property team. They are looking for a candidate with exceptional personal skills, along with strong organisational and time-management skills.

The successful candidate will know the process of conveyancing from induction through to completion, and will have experience in:

• Managing new client enquiries and opening files following initial instructions.
• Preparing cost estimates, client care documentation, source of funds checks and onboarding paperwork.
• Drafting and issuing contract packs.
• Ordering and reviewing property searches.
• Communicating with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, fellow solicitors and other third parties via telephone and email.
• Managing transactions following exchange of contracts.
• Preparing completion statements and financial documentation.
• Coordinating completions, including requesting mortgage advances and arranging the transfer of funds.
• Carrying out all necessary post-completion tasks.
• Handling property registrations and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns.
• Managing a varied workload effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Keeping electronic case files accurate, organised and up to date.
• Tracking important dates, deadlines and key stages throughout each transaction.
• Keeping clients informed of progress and responding to enquiries in a timely manner.
• Updating and maintaining records on the firm's case management system.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, professional standards and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service.
• Workplace pension provision.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated mental health resources.
• A contemporary and well-equipped office environment.
• Ongoing training, guidance and mentoring to encourage career progression.
• Reduced rates on legal services.

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS:

• Contract: Permanent, full-time position.
• Hours: Monday to Friday, with weekends free.
• Workplace: Office-based role.

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