About the Role:We are seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial Property Legal Secretary/Assistant to join our client based in North Bristol. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a team, supporting their commercial property solicitor with a variety of administrative and legal tasks.

Key Responsibilities will include:

Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative assistance to the commercial property solicitor.
Document Management: Prepare and format legal documents, including leases, contracts, agreements and enquiries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
Client Liaison: Handling enquiries professionally and maintaining confidentiality.
Diary Management: Manage appointments, meetings, and deadlines, ensuring the efficient organisation of schedules.
Correspondence: Prepare and manage correspondence, including emails, letters, and telephone calls.
File Management: Open, maintain, and archive client files in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Land Registry and Searches: Assist in conducting property searches, Land Registry applications, and liaising with relevant authorities.
Billing and Invoicing: Prepare bills and liaise with the accounts team to ensure timely invoicing.

Assist in Onboarding new matters

The Person:For this role our client is seeking someone who has previous legal secretarial experience, ideally based in Commercial Property

Previous experience as a legal secretary/assistant, ideally in a commercial property department.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, case management systems, and legal software.
Strong typing skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.
Familiarity with HMRC and Land Registry processes and property transactions is advantageous.

Experience of residential property/post completion work is advantageous

The Salary:

To be discussed

The Hours:

Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (part time hours may also be considered)

The Location:

Patchway, Bristol – 100% office based

The Benefits:

23 days holiday pay (plus bank holidays) + Christmas Close Down