Experienced Legal Assistant – Commercial Property
Northampton
Competitive salary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a busy and growing Commercial Property team in Northampton.
This is a key support role within a successful Commercial Property department and would suit a candidate with previous experience working in a legal property environment who is looking to join a collaborative and ambitious team.
You will work closely with fee earners, helping to ensure matters progress efficiently and providing essential administrative and legal support across a range of commercial property transactions. The role requires someone who can prioritise workloads effectively, manage expectations and work to strict deadlines.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Submitting online property searches
- Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications
- Completing Stamp Duty Land Tax returns
- Assisting with quality and compliance procedures
- File management, scanning, filing and document preparation
- Supporting fee earners with day-to-day transactional work
- Liaising with clients and third parties
- Providing general administrative support to the wider team
The successful candidate will have previous experience as a Legal Assistant within a commercial or residential property team and be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of legal property processes.
You will be a team player with excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Experience using case management systems is essential, while audio typing and digital dictation experience would be beneficial but is not required.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a positive and supportive working environment where your contribution will be highly valued.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £24000 – £29000 per annum
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
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