Legal Assistant - Residential

HCB Widdows Mason; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Holiday bonus scheme (up to 12 extra)

Pension scheme

Parking (on a first come)

Comprehensive training and development

Cycle to work scheme

Firm funded eye tests

Medicash Plan

Job summary

HCB Widdows Mason is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant to join our Residential team. This role focuses on supporting residential property transactions, drafting legal documents, and keeping clients updated with case progress.

Training will be provided. The successful candidate will handle files, coordinate with solicitors, and contribute to a compliant and efficient practice environment.

Qualifications

• Administrative support for residential property transactions.
• Drafting and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Open and close client files in line with firm policies and regulations.
• Conduct legal research on residential property matters.
• Support solicitors during client meetings and facilitate communications between parties.

Responsibilities

• Handling client inquiries and providing regular updates on residential property transactions.
• Opening and closing client files while ensuring compliance with firm policies and legal regulations.
• Performing administrative tasks associated with residential property transactions.
• Drafting and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Conducting legal research on matters related to residential property law.
• Supporting solicitors during client meetings and facilitating communications between parties.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation within our case management systems.
• Providing occasional reception cover and general office support when required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Discretion with sensitive information

Legal environment experience (adv)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Case management systems

Job description

HCB Widdows Mason is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented, experienced Legal Assistant to join our Residential team. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about providing high‑quality support to clients navigating residential property transactions while gaining valuable experience in a professional legal environment. Comprehensive training will be provided to the right candidate.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Handling client inquiries and providing regular updates on residential property transactions.
• Opening and closing client files while ensuring compliance with firm policies and legal regulations.
• Performing administrative tasks associated with residential property transactions.
• Drafting and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Conducting legal research on matters related to residential property law.
• Supporting solicitors during client meetings and facilitating communications between parties.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation within our case management systems.
• Providing occasional reception cover and general office support when required.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• A keen attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Previous experience in a legal environment is advantageous but not essential.

Competitive salary dependent on experience

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Holiday bonus scheme (up to 12 additional days leave)

Pension scheme

Parking (on a first come first served basis)

Comprehensive training and development opportunities including support to study for professional qualifications

Cycle to work scheme

Firm funded eye tests

Medicash Plan