New Homes – Legal Assistant

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Full time
Location: Plymouth
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Job offered by: Brightllp
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Category:
Application Deadline: 7th February | Reporting to: Head of New Homes Department

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly focused and driven individual to join a busy, modern and expanding local law firm. Bright Solicitors is a Plymouth-based firm serving the local community, but also working for clients nationally. We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our specialist New Homes Department. Successful applicants will need to support the team’s case handlers by performing clerical and administrative work that requires knowledge of legal terms, documents, processes and procedures. Key Requirements:

Use of the case management system Preparation of a variety of legal documents Communicating with third parties to include other side Solicitors, Lenders, Estate Agents, Clients, Mortgage Brokers etc. Arrange and undertake clerical and administrative duties as may reasonably be required to ensure the smooth running of files. Taking instruction and completing tasks set by the appropriate team and other associated tasks as required. Job Role:

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and be comfortable working under pressure within tight time frames. These roles are predominantly computer-based within an office environment, so an understanding of computers and an ability to pick up new software systems is critical. Successful applicants will be expected to be customer-facing when needed and have a confident demeanour when communicating with all parties. The ideal candidates will be happy to take on a variety of tasks without complaint, work effectively as part of a team and have the ability to pick up tasks and terminology effectively. The Candidate:

The role will be largely computer-based, so a high understanding of technology and an ability to pick up new software systems efficiently and effectively is crucial. Some level of office-based administrative experience is preferable. A level of legal knowledge, specifically relating to the process of legal conveyancing, is favourable. Some form of previous legal experience is favourable but not essential. Employee Benefits:

25 days paid annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays) plus an additional day gifted for Christmas and your Birthday Discretionary Bonus Scheme WPA Health Insurance Cover Employee Support Programme Cycle to Work Scheme and Free Indoor Bike Storage Monthly Wellness Leave Introducer Bonus Scheme Regular Staff Social Events and Networking Opportunities Job Type: Full Time Office Based Role (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm) Location: Studio 5-11, 5 Millbay Road, Plymouth, PL1 3LF Salary: Dependant on level of qualification and experience Start Date: Immediate To apply, please complete the form below with your CV attached.

If you have any issues with our online form, please contact HR@brightllp.co.uk

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