Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant - Commercial Property, Skipton, £23,000 - £29,500

Our client is seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Assistant to support Fee Earners within a busy Commercial Property department. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative assistance to ensure an efficient, professional, and client-focused service.

Why Apply?

• Local role - based in central Skipton with excellent transport links and parking nearby
• Competitive salary: £23,000 - £29,500 DOE
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• 35 hours working week

Key Responsibilities

• Managing client matters in a timely and accurate manner
• Preparing, organising, and archiving legal files and supporting documentation
• Managing diaries, including booking client appointments and meetings
• Preparing client correspondence through audio typing, word processing, or digital dictation
• Handling incoming calls, enquiries, and requests from clients and third parties
• Managing incoming emails, post, photocopying, and other general administrative tasks
• Ordering property searches and carrying out required client s
• Assisting with exchanges and completions under the supervision of Fee Earners
• Handling Land Registry tasks
• Preparing client bills and managing account ledgers
• Providing additional support to other assistants and the wider management team as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience with in a Legal Assistant/Paralegal Role
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• IT proficiency and ability to work as part of a team

This would be ideal for someone with legal experience looking for a local position.

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