Legal Support Administrator

Office Angels; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking permit provided

Generous annual leave entitlement

Career development opportunities

Full training and ongoing support

Job summary

Office Angels in Matlock is seeking a Legal Support Administrator from a legal background to join our busy property team. You will support solicitors and conveyancers with day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files and prepare documents for property transactions.

This full-time, office-based role requires strong organisation, attention to detail, and excellent client communication. You will maintain client records, handle GDPR compliance, and help keep matters progressing smoothly

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a legal company.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Professional, reliable and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Support solicitors and conveyancers with day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files.
• Prepare and process legal documents related to property transactions.
• Maintain accurate client records and update case management systems.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders and third parties.
• Conduct property searches and obtain relevant documentation.
• Prepare and submit SDLT returns.
• Monitor key dates and deadlines to progress transactions smoothly.
• Manage diaries, appointments and meetings for fee earners.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and confidentiality.
• Provide general administrative support including filing, scanning and data entry.

Skills

Legal experience

Organisation & time management

Attention to detail

Professional communication

MS Office

Independent working

Team player

Tools

LEAP

Job description

Legal Support Administrator - MUST BE FROM LEGAL

Location: Matlock Job Type: Full-Time, Office Based

Join Our Growing Property Team

We are a well-established and client-focused law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services with a professional yet personal approach. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Support Administrator to join our busy and friendly team

The Role

As the Legal Support Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting our solicitors with a varied caseload. You will help ensure matters progress efficiently from instruction through to completion while delivering excellent service to our clients.

This position would suit a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting solicitors and conveyancers with the day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files
• Preparing and processing legal documents relating to property transactions
• Maintaining accurate client records and updating case management systems
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, and other third parties
• Conducting property searches and obtaining relevant documentation
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns
• Monitoring key dates and deadlines to ensure smooth progression of transactions
• Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings for fee earners
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, confidentiality requirements, and legal regulations
• Providing general administrative support including filing, scanning, photocopying, and data entry

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of 1-2 years' experience working within a legal company
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A professional, reliable, and client-focused approach

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience using the LEAP case management system
• Knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures and processes
• Experience preparing SDLT returns and conducting property searches

Personal Qualities

• Positive and proactive attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent client care and communication abilities
• Ability to manage a busy workload and perform well under pressure

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full training and ongoing support
• A supportive and professional working environment
• Career development opportunities within a growing law firm
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Parking permit provided