Legal Assistant, Commercial Property

Howells Solicitors; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Howells Solicitors is seeking enthusiastic Legal Assistants for their Commercial Property team in Cardiff. This full-time, permanent role includes administrative tasks supporting fee earners and engaging with clients, making it a perfect opportunity for those starting their legal careers. Applicants should have strong attention to detail, a proactive approach, and offer excellent client service.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Minimum 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to purchase additional leave

Gym Discounts

Opportunities for career growth

Milestone Recognition Awards

Networking Events

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in the legal sector or similar role desirable.
• Able to work under pressure and manage priorities.
• Highly organized with a flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide full support to commercial property fee earners.
• Onboard clients and manage files.
• Liaise with clients and resolve queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Strong communicator

Team oriented

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are currently looking for enthusiastic and engaged Legal Assistants to join our fast-paced Commercial Property team based in our Cardiff city centre office on a full time, permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for those looking to kick start their legal career with Howells and enhance their experience in the legal sector.

This role will provide direct administration support to the fee earners in the Commercial Property team to provide an exceptional client service at all times.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Providing full support to the commercial property fee earners and undertaking administrative tasks relating to commercial property sales and purchases, under supervision.
• Onboarding clients, opening files and closing files where necessary.
• Liaising with existing and prospective clients, answering, and resolving their queries where relevant.
• Providing an excellent level of service to our clients.
• Interacting with solicitors within the firm from time to time, providing clarification on any queries or issues.
• Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as directed by your line manager or Director.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working in the legal sector, or a similar role is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team oriented.
• Able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload effectively under pressure and manage conflicting priorities.
• Proactive and determined.
• Able to progress tasks using own initiative, seeking guidance and input from others where appropriate.
• Strong communicator.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise workloads.
• Able to cope with changing levels of work.
• A flexible approach and can-do attitude.
  
  

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Leave: Enjoy a minimum of 23 days each holiday year, plus bank holidays and extra time off to unwind, including an additional personal day, a day off for your birthday, and a discretionary paid day during the Christmas break.
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Option to buy up to 3 extra days of leave annually to support your work-life balance.
• Gym Discounts: Access discounted memberships to help you stay active and healthy.
• Growth & Development: We’re invested in your career with opportunities for learning and advancement.
• Milestone Recognition: Celebrate your dedication with recognition and awards for key milestones.
• Events: Take part in various networking, corporate, and charity events throughout the year.
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Get rewarded for referring talented friends and connections to join the team.
  
  

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email [e-mail]

Successful candidates will be subject to a basic or enhanced DBS disclosure dependent on the role. Permanent employment is conditional on having a satisfactory DBS check. You will therefore be asked to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process.