Legal Assistant - #2176777
The Legists
Date: 1 hour ago
City: Bristol
Contract type: Full time
Legal Assistant | Bristol | £25,000 + DOE | 2 years' experience | Enhanced annual leave package | A new opportunity to join a firm known for its excellent working culture and reputation has just presented itself. Join a team that is committed to your development and success, to apply or to register your interest, please contact Theresa on or email with your CV. JOB REF: 5847
OVERVIEW:
The firm is looking for an experienced property Paralegal or Legal Assistant with at least 2 years of experience to join their residential property team. They are looking for a candidate with exceptional personal skills, along with strong organisational and time-management skills.
The successful candidate will know the process of conveyancing from induction through to completion, and will have experience in:
• Managing new client enquiries and opening files following initial instructions.
• Preparing cost estimates, client care documentation, source of funds checks and onboarding paperwork.
• Drafting and issuing contract packs.
• Ordering and reviewing property searches.
• Communicating with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, fellow solicitors and other third parties via telephone and email.
• Managing transactions following exchange of contracts.
• Preparing completion statements and financial documentation.
• Coordinating completions, including requesting mortgage advances and arranging the transfer of funds.
• Carrying out all necessary post-completion tasks.
• Handling property registrations and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns.
• Managing a varied workload effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Keeping electronic case files accurate, organised and up to date.
• Tracking important dates, deadlines and key stages throughout each transaction.
• Keeping clients informed of progress and responding to enquiries in a timely manner.
• Updating and maintaining records on the firm's case management system.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, professional standards and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
• Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service.
• Workplace pension provision.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated mental health resources.
• A contemporary and well-equipped office environment.
• Ongoing training, guidance and mentoring to encourage career progression.
• Reduced rates on legal services.
WORKING ARRANGEMENTS:
• Contract: Permanent, full-time position.
• Hours: Monday to Friday, with weekends free.
• Workplace: Office-based role.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Theresa at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
OVERVIEW:
The firm is looking for an experienced property Paralegal or Legal Assistant with at least 2 years of experience to join their residential property team. They are looking for a candidate with exceptional personal skills, along with strong organisational and time-management skills.
The successful candidate will know the process of conveyancing from induction through to completion, and will have experience in:
• Managing new client enquiries and opening files following initial instructions.
• Preparing cost estimates, client care documentation, source of funds checks and onboarding paperwork.
• Drafting and issuing contract packs.
• Ordering and reviewing property searches.
• Communicating with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, fellow solicitors and other third parties via telephone and email.
• Managing transactions following exchange of contracts.
• Preparing completion statements and financial documentation.
• Coordinating completions, including requesting mortgage advances and arranging the transfer of funds.
• Carrying out all necessary post-completion tasks.
• Handling property registrations and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns.
• Managing a varied workload effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Keeping electronic case files accurate, organised and up to date.
• Tracking important dates, deadlines and key stages throughout each transaction.
• Keeping clients informed of progress and responding to enquiries in a timely manner.
• Updating and maintaining records on the firm's case management system.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, professional standards and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
• Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service.
• Workplace pension provision.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated mental health resources.
• A contemporary and well-equipped office environment.
• Ongoing training, guidance and mentoring to encourage career progression.
• Reduced rates on legal services.
WORKING ARRANGEMENTS:
• Contract: Permanent, full-time position.
• Hours: Monday to Friday, with weekends free.
• Workplace: Office-based role.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Theresa at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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