Legal Executive

at  McEwan Fraser Legal

ABOUT MCEWAN FRASER LEGAL

Join McEwan Fraser Legal, an award-winning Solicitor and Estate Agency renowned for its dynamic and modern approach. With multiple prestigious industry awards, including back-to-back Residential Property Team of the Year accolades and the 2017 Scott + Co Legal Awards’ Employer of the Year, we are celebrated for innovation and exceptional customer service. Our firm specialises in residential and commercial property sales, complemented by a robust legal department offering expertise in conveyancing, private client services, family law, and litigation.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Driven by sustained demand, we are seeking a Legal Executive to join our esteemed legal team. You’ll become part of a diverse team of over 100 professionals who share a deep commitment to client care. We offer flexible working arrangements, including part-time and full-time options, to accommodate varying schedules.
This role presents an outstanding opportunity for ambitious professionals eager to advance their careers within a firm dedicated to setting industry standards.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

· Previous administration or secretarial experience
· Methodical and organised approach with careful attention to detail
· Proficiency in all Microsoft packages, including Word, Excel and Outlook
· Experience in LawWare or other Case Management systems is desirable but not essential
· Impeccable verbal and written communication
· Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving, target-driven team environment
· Strong initiative with natural problem-solving ability
There is plenty of scope for growth as the role progresses.
Salary will be negotiable dependent on experience.
Core working hours will be Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5.30pm, but some flexibility may be available for the right candidate.
Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In perso

o Legal Administration
o Maintaining an updated filing system
o Creating and updating client files on case management systems
o File preparation and allocation of files to fee earners
o Money laundering and ID verification checks
o Customer Service
o Responding to telephone and email enquiries
o Liaising with clients and other solicitors with occasional face-to-face meetings
o Legal correspondence
o Producing formal documents including contracts, letters, faxes, email messages and all other relevant correspondence (i.e. LBTT forms, registration of deeds, redemptions statements, etc.)