Legal Support Assistant

At Stephens Scown, every day is what we make it. So we make it matter. Doing notable work for interesting clients, building our skills with talented people and having a positive impact on our communities sits at the heart of everything we do.

We don’t just say it, we live it. Our commitment to our people, clients and communities runs through our DNA. We are employee-owned, a Certified B Corporation TM , and we are featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 list – ensuring our culture and ethos of going above and beyond for our people, our colleagues and our communities is recognised nationally.

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Legal Support Assistant to join our busy and successful Residential Property Team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in providing excellent administrative support, exceptional client service and is looking to develop a career within the legal sector.

As a Legal Support Assistant, you will provide vital administrative and client support to our Residential Property team, helping to ensure transactions progress smoothly and clients receive a first-class experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Legal Advisors with the day-to‑day administration of residential property matters
• Opening new client files and carrying out onboarding procedures
• Assisting with client due diligence and compliance checks
• Preparing correspondence, documents, and legal forms
• Managing diaries, appointments, and team inboxes
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties
• Taking telephone calls and responding to client enquiries professionally and efficiently
• Requesting and processing searches and other documentation
• Supporting post‑completion administration and Land Registry submissions
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring files are kept up to date
• Proactively monitoring and dealing with financial aspects on a file – flagging WIP, outstanding disbursements, raising invoices, liaising with credit control team
• File closures

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering outstanding client service.

You will ideally have:

• Previous administrative experience, preferably within a legal or professional services environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A professional and client‑focused approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other IT systems
• A willingness to learn and develop within a legal environment

Previous experience within a Residential Property or Conveyancing team would be advantageous but is not essential.

• We offer a competitive salary and an impressive array of benefits and rewards. Not least of these is through the Firm’s employee-ownership status, where every employee is listened to, helps to realise our vision and receives an equal share in our annual profit-share.
• Our hybrid working model and approach to flexible working enables our people to share their working time between home and the office to support a healthy work / life balance.
• Employee benefits – including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and your birthday), private medical insurance, group life assurance, access to a comprehensive range of wellbeing support, and three additional days’ paid leave to support good causes.
• Progression opportunities – including, regular training, qualification options, mentorship, and continued professional development.

Working here is something else entirely. It’s a place where we can step up to tough challenges with people…