At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage departmental admin, support fee earners, and ensure compliance in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Harrison-Drury, a supportive firm with a focus on employee wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy bonuses, health plans, increased holiday, and paid time off for volunteering.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and regular social events await you!
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in commercial property.
- Qualifications: Strong IT skills, excellent communication, and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Opportunity
Our Commercial Property Team is looking to recruit an experienced Executive Administrator to support our busy and growing department, ideally based in Lancaster/Preston. We are open to location, but the successful candidate will have to be based in Preston for the first two weeks of employment to get up to speed within the department.
The core purpose of this role is to manage departmental administration and handle the majority of non‑chargeable tasks, enabling fee earners to focus on delivering high‑quality client work. Strong IT skills are essential, as the role involves operating a Case Management System.
We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, an excellent communicator, and confident working in a fast‑paced commercial environment with strong attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Effective administration of files (hard copy and SOS), including matter opening, closing, archiving, and data updates.
- Producing files and documentation for fee earners on request.
- Preparing and filing documents, copies, and scans as required.
- Reviewing departmental finances, including report production, liaising with clients regarding payment of fees, and managing the billing process.
- Ensuring file compliance with regulatory standards and internal processes.
- Producing and issuing correspondence on instruction from fee earners.
- Attending meetings and taking minutes when required.
- Handling incoming calls for the team, ensuring accurate and timely message‑taking.
- Diary management for team events, including meetings and 1:1s.
- Coordinating meetings for fee earners, including room bookings, car park arrangements, and preparing materials.
- Training new administrators when required.
- Liaising with other departments on operational matters (IT, equipment, etc.).
- Supporting general office administration, including reception duties, post, scanning, and archiving.
Skills & Experience
- Ability to support and develop team members when required.
- Strong liaison skills with other service line teams.
- Excellent planning and organisation abilities.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Experience
- Experience using SOS case management.
- Knowledge of commercial property work.
Benefits
- Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review.
- Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Holiday entitlement increases with length of service.
- Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year).
- Free conveyancing for the purchase/sale of your primary residence.
- Free individual or mirror Wills.
- Employee referral scheme.
- Biannual promotion and salary uplift application process.
- Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards.
Executive Administrator - Commercial Property in Preston employer: Harrison Drury & Co
Harrison-Drury is an award-winning firm that prioritises a supportive and people-focused work culture, making it an excellent employer for Commercial Property Solicitors. With a commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and health cash plan, the Preston office offers a dynamic environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact in your career. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.
