Job Description

We are working with a highly regarded law firm who are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Residential Conveyancing team based in Portsmouth. This is a full-time, office-based role within a busy and supportive department.

You will be providing assistance to the Fee Earners on a mixed caseload of property files including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, re-mortgages, shared equity/shared ownership and new builds.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting Fee Earners with all aspects of residential conveyancing files.
• Opening and closing files.
• Managing ID and AML procedures.
• Drafting contract packs and client care letters.
• Liaising directly with clients to ensure a smooth and professional service.
• Ordering property searches.
• Responding to Land Registry requisitions.
• Sending title documentation to lenders and clients.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 1 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary within a Residential Property department.
• Strong administrative and secretarial skills.
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Fast and accurate typing skills.
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, case management systems and digital dictation.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time and office-based role. (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
• Salary depending on experience - £24,000 – £27,000
• Competitive holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Supportive working environment within an established firm.