Legal Secretary - Reed : Job Details

Legal Secretary

Reed

Job Location : Patchway, UK

Posted on : 05/12/2024 - Valid Till : 27/02/2025

Job Description :

About the Role:We are seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial Property Legal Secretary/Assistant to join our client based in North Bristol.  This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a team, supporting their  commercial property solicitor with a variety of administrative and legal tasks.

Key Responsibilities will include:

  • Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative assistance to the commercial property solicitor.
  • Document Management: Prepare and format legal documents, including leases, contracts, agreements and enquiries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
  • Client Liaison: Handling enquiries professionally and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Diary Management: Manage appointments, meetings, and deadlines, ensuring the efficient organisation of schedules.
  • Correspondence: Prepare and manage correspondence, including emails, letters, and telephone calls.
  • File Management: Open, maintain, and archive client files in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Land Registry and Searches: Assist in conducting property searches, Land Registry applications, and liaising with relevant authorities.
  • Billing and Invoicing: Prepare bills and liaise with the accounts team to ensure timely invoicing.
  • Assist in Onboarding new matters

The Person:For this role our client is seeking someone who has previous legal secretarial experience, ideally based in Commercial Property

  • Previous experience as a legal secretary/assistant, ideally in a commercial property department.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, case management systems, and legal software.
  • Strong typing skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.
  • Familiarity with HMRC and Land Registry processes and property transactions is advantageous.
  • Experience of residential property/post completion work is advantageous

The Salary:

To be discussed

The Hours:

Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (part time hours may also be considered)

The Location:

Patchway, Bristol – 100% office based

The Benefits:

23 days holiday pay (plus bank holidays)  + Christmas Close Down

Salary : 26000 - 30000

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