Legal Assistant - Real Estate

at  Browns Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

• Previous experience within a Legal Assistant or Administrative role including dealing with post completion administration involving HMLR and HMRC (desirable)
• Excellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritise
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platforms
• Strong written communication skills
• Demonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management
  As a people-focused firm, ours is a culture of heart, not ego. In our inclusive environment, we support each other as we strive for success. For ourselves. For each other. And for our clients and communities.
  We know our people are what sets us apart. That’s why we’re committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential. Because this isn’t ‘just another job in law’. This is an opportunity for ambitious legal professionals to develop rewarding careers, in a culture that cares.
  We’re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you need any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your disability, such as extra time on written assessments, an accessible interview room or a quiet space before and after the interview, please speak to our Recruitment Team so that we can work together to help bring your best self.

• Manage an administrative workload under the guidance of fee earners
• Preparing, submitting and progressing Land Registry applications
• Preparing and submitting SDLT form
• Provide administrative support to fee earners including file-opening, telephone management, document production (incl. audio-typing, managing voice recognition procedures and outsourcing providers), filing/ archiving, photocopying, email management, online portal management and dealing with post
• Draft documents and bills, under supervision, using appropriate precedents and templates to accurately reflect fee earner instructions
• Correspond with clients as required through telephone, email, letter and face to face
• Ensure adherence to all affiliations and standards connected to the department (Land Registry etc.)
• Provide administrative support for business development and marketing activities including booking facilities and refreshments, booking specialist, preparing presentation materials and associated marketing documentation