Job Details

We are seeking an experienced, positive and personable Legal Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will undertake several routine and non-routine administration duties within the Residential Property Department. They will also take on some client care work in support of partners and fee-earners within a busy fast paced legal practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a well organised, reliable person who is looking for a long-term role as an administrator.

On offer is a competitive salary in a firm with a progressive and proactive approach to on-going learning and a friendly, professional working environment.

Key Responsibilities Include

* File opening/closures – prepare anti money laundering documentation, set up paper files, check ledger balances, process client documents

* Handling caller and client enquiries

* Billing – preparing invoices and liaising with accounts team

* Taking meeting minutes and preparing agendas

* Requesting and tracking progress of searches with online providers

* Printing, scanning, copying and filing client documents, correspondence and emails

* Completing SDLT returns in draft for approval by fee earners

* Drafting letters, documents, emails, statements, etc

* Dealing with pre- and post-completion requirements

* Scheduling and checking of deeds and documentation

* Completing legal forms and obtaining copy documents from the Land Registry, Local Authorities, etc.

* Liaising with clients and other interested parties as requested by fee earners

* Conducting legal research

Person Specification

Essential Requirements:

* Minimum 12 months experience as a Legal Administrator within a conveyancing department

* Client-facing experience

* Excellent time management with ability to organise and prioritise work

* Focused on accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to proof-read

* Legal research skills

* Ability to work seamlessly under pressure in a busy deadline driven setting

* Demonstrate exceptional communication and people skills. Good command of the English language

* Sound IT skills including working knowledge of Microsoft applications