Paralegal/Assistant - Commercial Property

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Commercial Property
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £24,000 - £27,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Legal Secretary or Assistant to join a highly successful and growing full-service law firm, providing support within their reputable Commercial Property team.

This firm boasts an impressive portfolio of clients across the region and has been steadily expanding thanks to its ongoing success and stellar reputation. The role is a full-time, permanent position offering the chance to establish yourself within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious individual with a strong administrative background, eager to contribute to the team's success and further develop their skills within the legal sector.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive secretarial support, including audio typing and document production, to ensure smooth office operations. Demonstrate efficient administration skills, handling multiple tasks in a busy office environment. Manage the setup of new client files and oversee case management to ensure all necessary documents and information are properly organized. Assist with some diary management and phone contact, ensuring seamless communication and scheduling. Prepare legal documents, letters, and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail. Communicate directly with clients, providing updates and maintaining a high level of service throughout. Manage lease documentation and ensure all necessary paperwork is up-to-date and in order. Conduct land registry searches to gather essential information related to property transactions. Coordinate with landowners, solicitors, and estate agents to ensure the smooth progress of cases and transactions.
The PersonPrevious experience as a legal secretary, ideally within the commercial property sector or residential conveyancing, is essential. Ability to work independently, maintaining a high standard of work while effectively prioritizing competing deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, complemented by a professional telephone manner. Demonstrates a commitment to delivering exceptional client and customer service at all times. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a diverse range of administrative tasks effectively.
This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career within a well-established and expanding firm. If you're a driven and motivated individual with a passion for legal administration, we'd love to hear from you.

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 Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Commercial Property 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.