Job Details
Saracens Solicitors
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
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