Are you a proactive and organised professional with an interest in the legal sector?Our client, a well-established and growing law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their expanding Residential Property team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative, high-performing department with excellent prospects for career development. The RoleYou will play a vital role in supporting fee earners with high-quality administrative and business support. Your responsibilities will include:Drafting, preparing and formatting legal correspondence, documents, and forms (including sale contracts and exchange/completion letters)Conducting searches such as Local Authority, Land Registry, Insolvency and Compliance RegulationActing as the first point of contact for fee earners'' administrative requirements, proactively anticipating needsSupporting the file-opening process and maintaining accurate recordsAssisting with financial processes including preparing new matter quotesHandling initial client and agent enquiries, ensuring a professional and friendly service About YouTo be successful in this role, you will bring:Strong IT skills, including confidence across Microsoft Office and TeamsExcellent attention to detail and fast, accurate typing abilitiesStrong communication, organisational and time-management skillsPrevious experience in a legal or professional services environment (desirable) or educated with a Law degree If you are motivated, eager to learn, and enjoy