Commercial Property Legal Assistant

Avocet Commercial Careers is working with a reputable law firm to recruit an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to join a dynamic team, providing essential administrative support to the firm's Commercial Property department.
Commercial Property Legal Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including typing, word processing, and drafting standard letters.
• Operate computerised office systems, including case management software.
• Undertake general office duties, such as handling post and emails, photocopying, collating documents, and arranging for document printing.
• Assist with drafting specific documents and submitting searches and stamp duty submissions for the property department.
• Update case management systems with relevant information.
• Manage diaries, appointments, and schedules for fee earners and departmental staff.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date client files, ensuring proper filing and retrieval procedures.
• Receive and assist clients and visitors to the office in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer telephone inquiries, take messages, and direct callers appropriately.

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role, preferably within a Commercial Property department.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures (desirable).
• Courteous and professional manner when interacting with clients and colleagues.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package as well as having the clear progression opportunities and development pathways.

If you are an organised and reliable Legal Assistant with a passion for delivering exceptional administrative support, please contact Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers to discuss this exciting opportunity further. Share your qualifications, experience, and future career aspirations, and let us help you take the next step towards a fulfilling career in the legal industry.