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Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Adecco
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 18 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Legal Assistant/Paralegal position is based in Covent Garden, offering a salary range of £30,000 to £40,000.
  • The role involves supporting a Senior Associate with various legal tasks related to property transactions, particularly new build properties.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in a conveyancing or property law environment and a strong understanding of conveyancing processes.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing legal documents, liaising with clients and professionals, conducting property searches, and managing case files.
  • The working hours are from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Covent garden

30-40k

9:30-5:30

Job Summary: The Legal Assistant/Paralegal will support a fee earner/Senior Associate with various legal tasks related to property transactions, predominantly in relation to new build properties. The ideal candidate will understand conveyancing processes and will work closely with solicitors and clients to ensure efficient and accurate handling of matters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation and drafting of conveyancing documents, including contracts of sale, transfers, and other legal forms.
  • Liaise with clients, real estate agents, mortgage brokers, and other professionals involved in property transactions.
  • Conduct property searches, including title searches, and land registry checks.
  • Manage case files, including organising documentation, data entry, and updating client records.
  • Assist in the preparation of client communication, including legal correspondence and reports.
  • Monitor and track transaction deadlines, ensuring all actions are completed on time.
  • Attend to inquiries from clients, external parties, and other stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with legal and AML regulatory requirements.
  • Handle administrative duties such as filing, scheduling, and organizing meetings.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a conveyancing or property law environment is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of conveyancing processes, documentation, and terminology.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong professional manner.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.