Our client has a permanent vacancy for a Legal Assistant to provide efficient support to their Commercial Property department. Full or part time hours will be considered. The Role Opening and managing files throughout the transaction in accordance with procedures Obtaining title deeds, Land Registry title and plans Preparing Contract documentation Checking post and dealing with matters arising Preparation and amendment of Leases and Completion Statements Progressing a transaction, keeping all parties up to date Preparing Completion Statements and completing transactions Dealing with post completion of files Liaising with clients and third parties Diary management Scanning and copying Updating the Case Management System Using Land Registry Portal, SDLT, Word, Outlook and other computer packages as appropriate Provide support to other fee earners as and when required Requirements The ideal candidate will have some knowledge and experience of Residential or Commercial Property work however this is not essential Ability to work independently, as well as in conjunction with the rest of the department Demonstrates persistence and commitment to completing tasks and objectives Excellent telephone manner Ability to prioritise and multi-task in a busy environment Confident IT skills Outstanding organisational skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent communication, ability to converse with a diverse range of people at all levels Understand the importance of conf