Job Description
Job Title: Commercial Property Legal Assistant
Location: Newark
Salary: 24,000 - 28,000 (pro rata for part-time candidates)
Hours: Full-time or part-time considered
Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays
About Us
A proactive and organised Commercial Property Legal Assistant is required to provide high-quality administrative and legal support within a busy commercial property department. The role will involve assisting fee earners with transactions from initial instruction through to completion within a close knit team who have great pride in their values, they are after a candidate who can easily slot into the team and pick upt he position quickly.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing, drafting, and formatting legal documents and correspondence
Managing case files, ensuring compliance with procedures and regulatory requirements
Liaising with clients, colleagues, and external parties in a professional and timely manner
Handling telephone and email enquiries, taking accurate messages, and ensuring prompt follow-up
Scheduling meetings and maintaining diaries for fee earners
Assisting with file opening, ID checks, and completion of relevant forms
Supporting with property searches, Land Registry applications, and other conveyancing-related tasks
Organising and maintaining accurate filing systems (electronic and paper-based)
About You
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role (ideally within commercial property)
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident in learning new software systems
Professional, client-focused approach with the ability to work well in a team
What's on Offer
Competitive salary depending on experience
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Friendly, supportive working environment
Full-time or part-time considered
Hybrid working
Opportunities for development
If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and looking to join a professional legal team, please apply with your CV or get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential conversation
