Legal Support Assistant – Residential Property

Legal Support Assistant – Residential Property

Location: Oswestry

Salary: £24,600 - £26,700

Hours: 36.25 hours per week

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established law firm for an experienced Legal Support Assistant to join their Residential Property team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and professional environment, providing essential administrative and conveyancing support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and conveyancing support to the Residential Property team.
• Take client instructions and assist throughout the conveyancing process.
• Submit property searches and monitor progress.
• Assist clients with completing forms and required documentation.
• Support the completion process, ensuring all related tasks are carried out accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare forms for online submission.
• Prepare and submit applications for registration of title.
• Manage post-completion formalities in line with required timescales.
• Liaise professionally with clients, solicitors and third parties throughout transactions.

Key Skills and Experience

• Previous experience within residential conveyancing, or a strong background in high-level administrative support.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong IT skills, with experience using case management systems and online portals.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, including a professional telephone manner.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Reliable, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A professional approach when dealing with clients and colleagues.

The Opportunity

Our client is a respected and established law firm offering a friendly, supportive working environment and a competitive salary. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, employees have access to healthcare, life assurance and flexible working opportunities.

If you are looking for your next opportunity within a welcoming and professional legal team, we'd love to hear from you.