Legal Assistant

Monday to Friday

£26,000 - £28,000

Wild Recruitment are pleased to be supporting a highly reputable legal firm in their search for a a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support their Residential Conveyancing team. This role involves assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of property transactions, ensuring smooth progression from instruction to completion.

The ideal candidate will have experience in conveyancing support, excellent organisational skills, and a client-focused approach. You'll play a key role in maintaining files, preparing documentation, and liaising with clients and third parties.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the management of residential property files from instruction to post-completion

Draft and prepare legal documents including contracts, transfer deeds, and completion statements

Carry out searches and ID checks

Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors

Maintain accurate records and update case management systems

Support fee earners with administrative tasks and file management

Handle telephone and email enquiries professionally and promptly

Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procedures

Requirements

Previous experience in a legal assistant or conveyancing support role (minimum of 6 months essential)

Understanding of residential property transactions and legal terminology

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in MS Office and legal case management systems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If you would like to know more about this role, please get in touch with Shannon at Wild Recruitment today!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job