Residential Property Legal Assistant

An established law firm is looking to recruit a Legal Assistant to join its Residential Conveyancing team in Selby.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous residential property or legal experience, although applications are also welcomed from law graduates and candidates with transferable experience who have a genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Residential Property.

The successful candidate will provide administrative and legal support to the Residential Conveyancing team, assisting Legal Advisers with the day-to-day management of property matters while delivering a high standard of service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and forms through audio and copy typing.
• Amending, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Opening, maintaining and closing client files using the firm's case management system.
• Managing filing, scanning, document retrieval and client identification documentation.
• Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence and ensuring documents are processed promptly.
• Assisting with the storage and management of client deeds and other important documentation.
• Using relevant online platforms to obtain documents, reports and information.
• Communicating professionally with clients by telephone, email and in person.
• Managing diaries, arranging appointments and coordinating meetings for Legal Advisers.
• Providing general administrative support including scanning, photocopying and document handling.
• Preparing invoices and assisting with billing and accounts documentation.
• Following the firm's compliance procedures, including anti-money laundering requirements and confidentiality obligations.
• Supporting colleagues across the Residential Conveyancing team as required.

About You

• Previous Residential Conveyancing experience would be beneficial but is not essential. The firm is willing to consider candidates from a wider legal or administrative background who can demonstrate a genuine interest in Residential Property.
• Law graduates will also be considered, particularly those looking to establish and develop a long-term career within Residential Property.

You should have:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful