Legal Assistant to Real Estate Director

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in legal services is looking for a Legal Assistant to support their Real Estate Director in Southampton. This role includes managing a diverse caseload of commercial and residential property transactions, with a focus on providing comprehensive administrative support, ensuring compliance, and liaising professionally with clients. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant legal role and excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role.
• Familiarity with real estate and property law.
• Experience with compliance and anti-money laundering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to the Real Estate Director.
• Prepare and proofread legal documents, handle file procedures.
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and coordinate timelines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-motivated

Client liaison

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

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southampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Role Overview:

We are seeking a capable and experienced Legal Assistant to support the Real Estate Director in managing a diverse caseload of commercial property transactions, residential property work, and real estate-related disputes. This is a key support role requiring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate efficiently in a busy legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to the Real Estate Director
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, leases, and contracts
• Handle file opening and closing procedures, compliance checks, and client onboarding
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and coordinate transaction timelines
• Assist with due diligence, searches, Land Registry applications, and post-completion tasks
• Draft standard legal documents and letters under supervision
• Liaise with clients, third parties, and internal stakeholders in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using the firm’s case management system
• Monitor key deadlines and assist with progressing transactions efficiently
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm procedures
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role within real estate or property law
• Strong knowledge of commercial and/or residential property processes
• Familiarity with Land Registry applications, SDLT returns, and post-completion tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple matters
• Competent in using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Self-motivated and confident working independently, particularly in a remote environment
• Previous experience supporting a senior solicitor or partner in a real estate team
• Exposure to property litigation matters
• Working knowledge of compliance and anti-money laundering procedures
• Experience with remote working tools and digital platforms