Legal Assistant/ Legal Secretary (Property)

The Company Our client is a professional legal practice operating within the property law sector. The firm supports clients with both residential and commercial property matters and offers a busy, fast-paced working environment. The Role On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary for their Property Law team. In this proactive and organised role, you will support one Residential Property Solicitor and one Commercial Property Solicitor within a busy property department. This is a varied and hands-on position, ideal for someone with property law experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple tasks efficiently. Responsibilities within this role will include: • Sending out quotes to prospective clients. • Opening new files and carrying out client due diligence, including ID checks and AML compliance. • Preparing and issuing client care letters and terms of engagement. • Liaising with clients to obtain initial documentation and information. • Assisting with a range of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion. • Supporting on commercial property transactions as required. • Preparing contract packs and legal documentation. • Ordering searches and managing search results. • Drafting standard correspondence and documents. • Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and third parties. • Submitting SDLT returns. • Dealing with Land Registry applications. The Person The ideal candidate is proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a busy environment supporting multiple fee-earners. • Experience in residential conveyancing (essential). • Commercial property experience (desirable). • Strong understanding of the conveyancing process. • Familiarity with Land Registry and SDLT submissions. • Excellent organisational and time management skills. The Salary £26-32,000 The Hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm The Location Bradley Stoke, Bristol (100% office based)