Legal Assistant - Property

Clear IT Recruitment; Chichester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable property firm in Chichester is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their property team on a hybrid basis. The ideal candidate will have experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing, possess strong administrative and IT skills, and demonstrate exceptional client care. This role offers a positive working environment with benefits including healthcare scheme and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Hybrid working in a positive environment

Healthcare benefit scheme

Reimbursement of car parking costs

Performance-based bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a Property Department both Residential and Commercial.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to multitask.
• Demonstrates professionalism in communication with clients and third parties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with both residential and commercial conveyancing transactions.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and Lexcel accreditation standards.
• Provide general secretarial duties and manage files efficiently.

Skills

Excellent secretarial skills

Strong administrative skills

Proficient in IT

Exceptional client care skills

Attention to detail

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join my clients highly regarded property team in their Chichester offices on a hybrid basis.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in both residential and commercial conveyancing transactions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly successful and close-knit team as well as part of a progressive, commercially successful but also friendly firm which has a strong reputation for providing excellent client care and service.

Requirements

• Has prior experience working in a Property Department both Residential and Commercial.
• Possesses excellent secretarial, administrative, and IT skills, and is comfortable working in a paperless environment.
• Is self‐motivated, highly organized, and able to multitask and work independently, while also being a team player.
• Demonstrates exceptional client care and communication skills, with the professionalism to engage with clients and third parties.
• Works efficiently and accurately under pressure, with superb attention to detail.
• Can help ensure files remain compliant with our internal procedures, Lexcel accreditation standards, and assist with general secretarial duties.

Benefits

• Hybrid working in a positive and inclusive environment
• Healthcare benefit scheme
• Reimbursement of car parking costs (for office‑based work)
• Performance‑based bonus scheme

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.