Commercial Property Assistant Training Contract Opportunity

Job Title: Commercial Property Assistant (Training Contract Opportunity)
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000
Location: Gainsborough, North Lincolnshire

Are you an organised and proactive individual with a keen interest in law and property? We're seeking a friendly and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our busy Commercial Property team at our Gainsborough office.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a well-respected firm, supporting experienced solicitors and fee earners on a wide range of commercial property matters.

The Role:
As a Legal Assistant in our Commercial Property department, you will play an important role in the smooth running of transactions. Your responsibilities will include:

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  Assisting with the day-to-day management of client files
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  Drafting and preparing legal documents, letters, and forms
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  Conducting searches and assisting with due diligence processes
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  Preparing and submitting applications to HM Land Registry
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  Communicating with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other third parties
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  Opening new files and carrying out compliance and ID checks
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  Monitoring deadlines and key dates to ensure efficient file progression
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  Providing general administrative support, including file organisation and diary management
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  Supporting wider firm initiatives such as marketing and client events when required

What We're Looking For:

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  Previous experience in a legal or administrative role (commercial property experience is a plus)
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  Confident and professional communicator, both in person and over the phone
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  Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
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  A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
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  Genuine interest in commercial property and the legal sector
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  LLB, 2:1 or above

Why Join Us?

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  Supportive team with a focus on professional development
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  Hands-on experience with real property transactions
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  Exposure to a variety of commercial property matters
• Well-established firm with a strong reputation in the local community

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Commercial Property Assistant (Training Contract Opportunity) vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.