Legal Assistant

The team, clients and work

We are now recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our well-established Residential Property Team. Previous experience in a property conveyancing support role would offer an advantage but we would consider an administrative assistant working in a similar environment.

You will play a crucial role in supporting our property law team while gaining invaluable experience to advance your career. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced property lawyers and gain hands-on exposure to a wide range of property transactions. Known for our supportive work environment and commitment to professional growth, we take pride in developing our team members into industry-leading professionals.

The team (currently comprising fifteen fee earners and six support staff) offers specialist advice and support on many different types of conveyancing transactions and acts for a wide range of clients from individuals to business clients with a national presence.

The Post and candidate  

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the team playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all types of property matters.

The main duties of the position include:

Some of the typical key stages are likely to include:

• Ensuring excellent levels of client service are maintained at all times to prospective and existing clients;
• Assisting lawyers with document preparation, filing, and correspondence
• Monitoring and fielding email enquiries from prospective and existing clients, and passing onto the team, as appropriate;
• Coordinating property transactions, including liaising with clients, solicitors, and third parties;
• Typing, preparing and formatting documents;
• Maintaining client files, to include electronic and paper filing, and efficient utilisation of the case management system;
• Assisting in the management of electronic diaries for the team;
• Assisting the team with accounting processes such as preparation of invoices and assisting with credit control and;
• Administrative involvement in the key areas of a property transaction including exchange of contracts, completion and post completion formalities.

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

We anticipate this post to fulfil 35 hours per week, and we welcome applications from candidates wishing to discuss flexible working patterns.

About Leathes Prior

Leathes Prior is a full-service law firm and has four offices in a superb central Norwich location, one in the centre of Tombland and three within the Cathedral Close, with a fifth small office hub in Ipswich. Whilst being a traditional law firm (established 150 years ago), we have a very modern approach to our work, people, and culture. We currently have circa 130 employees.

We pride ourselves on our success at supporting and developing our employees on their chosen career path, actively encouraging progression through the ranks for the mutual benefit of our clients and our employees.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming team within a leading firm offering excellent prospects, competitive salary and great benefits.

To apply please email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@leathesprior.co.uk.