Legal Assistant
5 days ago
Portsmouth
Legal Assistant - Commercial Property \n\n • Location: Portsmouth\n, • Salary: Dependent on experience\n, • Job Type: Full-time\n\n A well-established and highly regarded law firm in Portsmouth is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its busy Commercial Property team. This role is ideal for individuals aiming to build a long-term career within the legal sector, welcoming applications from candidates with previous legal support experience, particularly within property law, as well as ambitious junior candidates with strong administrative skills and a genuine interest in pursuing a legal career. \n Day-to-day of the role: \n\n • Assist fee earners with the management of commercial property files.\n, • Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and completion packs.\n, • Handle the opening and closing of client files.\n, • Conduct searches and manage Land Registry applications.\n, • Liaise with clients, agents, lenders, and third parties.\n, • Manage diaries, documents, and key transaction deadlines.\n, • Provide general administrative support to the Commercial Property department.\n\n Required Skills & Qualifications: \n\n • Previous administrative experience is essential.\n, • Legal experience is advantageous but not essential.\n, • Experience within a law firm or property environment would be beneficial.\n, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.\n, • Confident communicator with a professional approach.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office.\n, • Eager to learn and develop a career within the legal sector.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Join a respected regional law firm with an excellent reputation.\n, • Work within a supportive and experienced Commercial Property team.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n, • Clear scope for progression.\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Legal Assistant seeking a new challenge or a junior candidate looking to take their first step into a legal career within commercial property. To apply for this Legal Assistant position, please submit your CV or reach out to Jack Hilton and Reed Southampton \n