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Job Description

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME, PERMANENT

Are you looking to build your legal career in a fast-paced and supportive environment? We’re looking for a Legal Assistant to join our busy and friendly Residential Property team in Chandlers Ford, where you’ll play a key role in supporting lawyers throughout the lifecycle of property transactions.
In this vital role, you’ll be hands-on with a wide range of tasks — from preparing contract packs and carrying out searches, to liaising directly with clients, estate agents and third parties to keep transactions on track. You’ll also take responsibility for onboarding new clients, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with daily administrative duties such as post sorting and file management. Your organisation, attention to detail, and proactive approach will make a real difference to the efficiency and success of our team.

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To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@duttongregory.co.uk, or click the “apply now” button below.
Staff Type
Business Support Staff
We are a growing law firm with a bold vision. Built on our core values - Committed, United, Progressive - we provide high-quality legal services while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous development.
Our team is made up of talented professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding results for our clients. We support their growth with structured career pathways, tailored development programmes, and leadership development opportunities.
If you’re looking for a firm that invests in its people and embraces change, we’d love to hear from you.
Even if you don’t see a job listed, please do contact Charlotte Piper (c.piper@duttongregory.co.uk) for an initial confidential discussion

• Assisting lawyers with the day-to-day management of residential property transactions including sales, purchases, and re-mortgages.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other third parties to gather and share relevant information.
• Preparing and issuing contract packs, ordering property searches, and ensuring key milestones are met.
• Opening new files and guiding clients through the onboarding process.
• Maintaining accurate file records and case management system entries.
• Sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing post and providing general administrative support to the team.