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Job PurposeThis role involves a mix of administrative and paralegal duties, supporting fee earners in handling a diverse range of legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
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Providing administrative support to fee earners.
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Assisting in responding to legal inquiries.
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Opening new client files and preparing client care letters.
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Handling telephone inquiries and taking messages.
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Commissioning property-related searches.
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Preparing legal documents and standard forms.
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Photocopying, scanning, and checking legal documents for quality and consistency.
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Audio typing of letters, emails, and legal documents.
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Conducting pre-completion searches with HM Land Registry.
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Preparing spreadsheets and completion statements.
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Assisting with financial transactions related to property completions.
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Drafting completion letters for clients and counterpart solicitors.
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Submitting registration applications to HM Land Registry.
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Closing files following completion and registration.
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Conducting legal research as required.
The above list is a general guide and is not exhaustive. Flexibility and adaptability are required as duties may evolve with business needs and technological advancements.
LocationGloucester
Contract TypeFull-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
Compliance & Suitability ChecksApplicants should note that:
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References will be required and verified.
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Employment gaps in CVs must be satisfactorily explained.
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Proof of identity and relevant qualifications (where applicable) will be required.
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Reference checks will inquire about any professional complaints or proceedings.
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Additional suitability checks may be conducted prior to appointment.
This role may require a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including details of cautions, reprimands, or convictions, where applicable under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
