Legal Assistant

QED Legal LLP; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Northampton is seeking a Legal Assistant / PA Secretary for their Commercial Property team. This full-time role involves supporting fee earners, managing priorities, and providing vital administrative support. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a similar position, strong time management skills, and excellent attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment and grow within an ambitious team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal assistant or secretarial role within commercial property.
• Strong case management skills are essential.
• Able to manage time and tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support fee earners in the Commercial Property team.
• Manage case management systems and submissions.
• Provide high-quality administrative support.

Skills

Legal Assistant / PA Secretary experience

Case management

Document presentation

Audio typing

Time management

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Legal Assistant / PA Secretary – Commercial Property | Northampton | Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant / PA Secretary to join a dynamic and growing Commercial Property team based in Northampton. This is a key role supporting fee earners and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department.

If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, enjoy juggling priorities, and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work, this could be the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting fee earners within the Commercial Property team
• Managing priorities and expectations effectively
• Audio typing via digital dictation (Diktamen)
• Submitting online property searches
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications
• Completing Stamp Duty Land Tax Returns
• Handling case management systems
• Providing administrative support including filing, scanning, and document preparation
• Assisting with quality, compliance, and regulatory matters

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant / PA Secretary within Commercial Property
• Strong case management experience
• Exceptional secretarial and administrative skills
• Accurate and professional document presentation
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Confident audio typing with strong attention to detail
• Professional and polite telephone manner
• Ability to work methodically under strict deadlines

Key Attributes

• Proactive and enthusiastic
• Adaptable and reliable
• A strong team player
• Meticulous attention to detail

Why Apply?

• Join an ambitious and expanding Commercial Property team
• Play an integral role in a busy, professional legal environment
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced fee earners