Legal Assistant - Real Estate - 6 Month FTC

Lester Aldridge; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lester Aldridge is recruiting a Legal Assistant for its Bournemouth office on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will provide essential administrative support to fee earners in the Real Estate team, handling Land Registry submissions, document preparation and client communications.

The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A professional, discreet and client-focused approach.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience of Land Registry processes or property-related legal administration would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with file openings and maintaining accurate matter and instruction records.
• Managing incoming communications, including responding to instruction emails and handling telephone enquiries professionally.
• Scanning, filing and organising documents, correspondence and incoming post.
• Preparing and processing legal documents and Land Registry forms, including AP1, FR1 and UN1 applications.
• Obtaining documentation and information from the Land Registry and Companies House.
• Supporting the post-completion process, including submitting Land Registry applications and monitoring their progress.
• Organising meetings, diary appointments and virtual meetings via Teams and Zoom.
• Coordinating fund transfers and liaising with internal departments to meet deadlines.
• Assisting with file management, deeds scheduling and archiving.
• Providing support to other teams when required to cover holidays and absences.

Skills

Administration experience

Legal environment

Organised & detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Job description

Are you an organised and proactive administrator looking to develop your career within a professional legal environment?

We're seeking a Legal Assistant to join our busy Real Estate team in our Bournemouth office on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their role, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality support to colleagues and clients alike.

As a valued member of the team, you'll provide essential administrative support to our fee earners, helping to ensure matters progress efficiently and clients receive an exceptional service. From managing Land Registry submissions and maintaining records to organising meetings and handling client communications, you'll play a key role in the smooth running of the department.

What you'll be doing

• Assisting with file openings and maintaining accurate matter and instruction records.
• Managing incoming communications, including responding to instruction emails and handling telephone enquiries professionally.
• Scanning, filing and organising documents, correspondence and incoming post.
• Preparing and processing legal documents and Land Registry forms, including AP1, FR1 and UN1 applications.
• Obtaining documentation and information from the Land Registry and Companies House.
• Supporting the post-completion process, including submitting Land Registry applications and monitoring their progress.
• Organising meetings, diary appointments and virtual meetings via Teams and Zoom.
• Coordinating fund transfers and liaising with internal departments to meet deadlines.
• Assisting with file management, deeds scheduling and archiving.
• Providing support to other teams when required to cover holidays and absences.

What we're looking for

We're keen to hear from candidates who are highly organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing competing priorities effectively.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous administration experience, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A professional, discreet and client-focused approach.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Experience of Land Registry processes or property-related legal administration would be advantageous, but we also welcome applications from candidates with strong administrative experience and a willingness to learn.

Why join Lester Aldridge?

At Lester Aldridge, we're proud of our collaborative culture and our commitment to providing an outstanding experience for both our clients and our people. You'll be joining a supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued and where you'll have the opportunity to gain valuable experience within a respected law firm.

Whether you're looking to build on existing legal administration experience or gain valuable exposure within a leading law firm, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make an impact and develop your skills.

This position is based in our Bournemouth office and is offered on a 6-month fixed-term contract.