SJC Legal is currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm looking to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant to join its growing Commercial Property team in Northampton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary who enjoys working within a busy property department and is looking for a long-term legal support position. You will work closely with experienced Commercial Property fee earners, providing essential administrative and transactional support and playing an important role in the smooth running of the department.
The Benefits
Competitive salary depending on experience
Full-time, permanent position
Opportunity to join an established and expanding Commercial Property team
Work directly alongside experienced Commercial Property fee earners
Exposure to a broad range of commercial property transactions
Established and highly regarded regional law firm
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Varied and responsible legal support position
The Role
Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to Commercial Property fee earners
Assist with the progression of commercial property transactions
Submit online property searches
Prepare and submit Land Registry applications
Assist with the completion and submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax returns
Support the team with quality, compliance and file management requirements
Prepare, format, scan and organise legal documentation and correspondence
Maintain accurate records using the firm's Case Management system
Manage competing priorities and expectations across multiple fee earners
Liaise professionally with clients and other third parties
Provide additional administrative support to other teams when required
The Candidate
Be an experienced Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Property Assistant
Have previous experience working within a legal property environment
Commercial Property experience would be highly advantageous
Have strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail
Be confident using Case Management systems
Audio typing and digital dictation experience would be advantageous but is not essential
Be comfortable working in an administrative and legal support-focused position
Have excellent organisation and time management skills
Be able to prioritise competing workloads and work effectively to strict deadlines
Have a professional and confident telephone manner
Be proactive, adaptable and enthusiastic with a strong team-focused approach
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