Legal Administrator, Residential Property
We have a new and exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Legal Administrator to join our large successful Residential department. The post holder will provide efficient secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the department’s Investment Property team based at our Newcastle office.
About the Role
This is a busy and varied role, and the main duties will include:
- Opening and closing files on our practice management system
- Obtaining ID, conducting AML searches, media checks and conflict searches
- Preparing documentation relevant to client matters e.g. epitomes of title, leases, contracts etc.
- Preparing invoices and completion statements and creating paying in slips and requisitioning payments
- Corresponding with clients and/or other law firms
- General office duties
This role is open to candidates seeking both full time and part time working options. We also operate a fantastic flexible working scheme, to help our colleagues to balance the demands of their work and home life. Speak to us about your ideal work pattern!
About You
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
- Prior experience of working as a Legal Administrator / Secretary in a Residential Property or related environment
- Prior experience of using case management systems
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and databases
- Great communication skills and be able to work well in a team
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to complete tasks with a high level of accuracy
- The ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced working environment
To apply, please complete and submit the form below and upload a copy of your up to date CV or send a copy of your up to date CV to recruitment@jacksons.law.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to receive a full job description, please contact our HR Team on the above email address or call 0333 210 1876.
Please note that salary expectations will be discussed at interview and will be dependent upon your skills and experience.
We look forward to supporting your new career at Jacksons!
