Residential Property Legal Assistant

Residential Property Legal Assistant Location: Farnham Salary: £25,000 -£30,000 (depending on experience and expertise) We're on the lookout for a full-time Legal Assistant to join a busy and growing Residential Conveyancing team in Reading. You'll be working alongside experienced Solicitors and Licensed Conveyancers, supporting them on a varied caseload across all things property. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team with a competitive salary, brilliant benefits, and colleagues who don't bite (unless you take the last biscuit in the tin). About You * At least 2 years' experience in a similar legal role, with a good grasp of conveyancing processes and procedures. * Bonus points if you've wrangled Tikit/Partner for Windows before (and lived to tell the tale). * Excellent client care skills, a genuine enthusiasm for helping people, and organisational skills that would make Marie Kondo proud. * Comfortable with modern IT systems, audio and copy typing, and diary management (because who doesn't love a well-planned calendar?). * Able to multi-task, prioritise like a pro, and keep cool under pressure. * High attention to detail and complete confidentiality are an absolute must. What You'll Be Doing (a.k.a. Making Magic Happen): * Handling a full range of admin tasks - from opening files and drafting contract packs, to dealing with exchanges, final searches, SDLT and AP1 submissions. * Managing calls and providing updates to clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors (yes, sometimes all in one afternoon). * Keeping files compliant, responding to Land Registry requisitions, and even tackling some dictation along the way. What's In It For You? * Competitive salary * 25 days' annual leave Bank Holidays (plus the office closes between Christmas and New Year) * Hybrid working options (role-dependent) * Salary sacrifice pension scheme with 5% matching contribution * Life assurance & Group Income Protection * BUPA cashback plan & Private Medical Insurance * Enhanced Family Friendly policies (because family matters) * Employee Assistance Programme (including GP consultations) * Funded professional subscriptions & support towards qualifications * Employee referral scheme (yes, you get rewarded for knowing people) * Volunteering programme & plenty of social events - from summer BBQs to the Christmas party If you're organised, client-focused, and looking to take the next step in your career with a team that works hard but has a laugh along the way, we'd love to hear from you

Location: Farnham, Surrey, GB

Posted Date: 9/14/2025