Team Assistant - Real Estate

Lawfront; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Field Seymour Parkes is seeking a proactive Team Assistant to join their busy Real Estate team in Reading. You will provide essential admin support, manage files, handle billing tasks, and coordinate meetings, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality client service.

Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to learn new systems quickly within a fast-paced professional environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative, team support or legal support role.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communication with a professional and client-focused approach.
• Strong IT skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Collaborative team player who can support colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Opening new files and carrying out conflict and client due diligence checks.
• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Managing scanning, filing, archiving and document production.
• Assisting with invoices, billing administration and payment allocation.
• Arranging meetings, managing diaries and handling client communications.
• Supporting data management, searches and enquiries.
• Assisting with team meetings, training events and wider administrative projects.
• Providing exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

IT skills

Team collaboration

Prioritisation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Team Assistant - Real Estate

Looking to build your career in a highly regarded law firm? We're looking for an organised, proactive and detail-oriented Team Assistant to join our busy Real Estate team at Field Seymour Parkes.

Our Real Estate team is a highly regarded and successful part of the firm, advising an impressive client base on a broad range of commercial property matters. Known for its collaborative culture, technical expertise and client-first approach, the team continues to grow and attract high-quality work. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, professional environment where you'll work alongside experienced legal professionals and play an important role in supporting the delivery of outstanding client service.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional support to colleagues and clients alike.

What you'll be doing

• Opening new files and carrying out conflict and client due diligence checks
• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
• Managing scanning, filing, archiving and document production
• Assisting with invoices, billing administration and payment allocation
• Arranging meetings, managing diaries and handling client communications
• Supporting data management, searches and enquiries
• Assisting with team meetings, training events and wider administrative projects
• Providing exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in an administrative, team support or legal support role
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• Confident communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach
• Strong IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• A collaborative team player who is willing to get involved and support colleagues
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency

Why join Field Seymour Parkes?

At Field Seymour Parkes, you'll be joining a supportive and friendly team within one of the Thames Valley's leading law firms. We are committed to developing our people, providing opportunities to learn, grow and build a successful long-term career in legal services.

If you're looking for a varied role where no two days are the same and where your contribution will make a real difference to the success of the team, we'd love to hear from you.