We are the North East’s trusted independent law firm. Since 1876, we’ve guided generations of people through business and life – the highs and the lows, the milestones and the challenges.
For well over a century, we’ve delivered expert legal services with trust, reliability and care. And it’s a responsibility we’re proud to continue for generations to come.
By combining proven expertise with a personal approach, we resolve legal matters with confidence, clarity and care—achieving the best outcomes for your future, together.
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When we say we put people first, we mean it. That’s why we’ve created a flexible, friendly and collaborative place to work where people are supported every day.
Alongside a range ofbenefits such as life insurance, retail discounts and uncapped bonuses for fee-earner roles, we are committed to helping you develop personally and professionally. Just like our clients, our success is your success.
About the Role
We have a new and exciting opportunity for two motivated and experienced Legal Administrators to join our Residential Property New Build team to provide efficient secretarial and administrative support to fee earners at the firm’s Stockton office.
This is a busy and varied role, and the main duties will include:
- Assisting fee earners with secretarial work(i.e. exchange of contract memos and related documentation as well as completion paperwork, drafting of SDLT, typing and preparing legal documentation for client matters)
- Opening, closing and maintaining files on our practice management system
- Obtaining ID, conducting AML searches and media checks
- Setting files up for completion and dealing with post completion matters
- Activating NHBC Policies or similar
- Updating cases with clients, developers and other intermediaries
- Completion statements for clients, preparing invoices and creating paying in slips and requisitioning payments
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 conveyancing environment
- Be highly organised and have excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and database systems
- Have great communication skills and be able to work well in a team
- Have a keen eye for detail and be able to complete tasks with a high level of accuracy
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!
Jacksons is the trading name of Jacksons Commercial & Private Law LLP, a limited liability partnership, authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority SRA no. 517634. A list of members is available for inspection at our registered office. Registered office: 17 Falcon Court, Preston Farm Industrial Estate, Stockton on Tees. TS18 3TU. Registered in England no. OC305011.
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Legal Administrator Residential Teesside employer: Jacksons Commercial & Private Law LLP
Jacksons offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for AML Compliance Officers in Teesside or Newcastle, where flexibility and work-life balance are prioritised. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to training opportunities and the chance to engage with industry leaders while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Join us to be part of a collaborative team that values your expertise and fosters professional growth.
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Jacksons Commercial & Private Law LLP Recruitment Team
