LEGAL ASSISTANT / PARALEGAL - RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
The candidate and Post
The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the team playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all types of property matters.
The main duties of the position include:
- Ensuring excellent levels of client service are maintained to prospective and existing clients.
- Assisting lawyers with document preparation, filing, and correspondence.
- Managing client communications and enquiries.
- Coordinating property transactions, including liaising with clients, solicitors, and third parties.
- Maintaining and updating case management systems.
- Administrative involvement in the key areas of a property transaction including exchange of contracts, completion and post-completion formalities.
- Providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the team.
What we’re looking for:
- A strong interest in conveyancing with ambitions to qualify as a property lawyer.
- A legal qualification (e.g., LLB, GDL, or equivalent) or experience in a legal environment.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
We anticipate this post to fulfil 35 hours per week and we welcome applications from candidates wishing to discuss flexible working patterns.
The team, clients and work
We are now recruiting for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our well-established Residential Property Team. Previous experience in a property conveyancing support role would offer an advantage but we would consider a law graduate or an administrative assistant working in a similar environment.
You will play a crucial role in supporting our property law team while gaining invaluable experience to advance your career. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced property lawyers and gain hands-on exposure to a wide range of property transactions. Known for our supportive work environment and commitment to professional growth, we take pride in developing our team members into industry-leading professionals.
The team (currently comprising one Partner, one Senior Associate, five Associates, one Solicitor, four Property Executives, two Paralegals, one Trainee Solicitor and six Legal Assistants) offers specialist advice and support on many different types of conveyancing transactions and acts for a wide range of clients from individuals to business clients with a national presence.
About Leathes Prior
Leathes Prior is a full-service law firm and has four offices in a superb central Norwich location, one in the centre of Tombland and three within the Cathedral Close, with a fifth small office hub in Ipswich. Whilst being a traditional law firm (established nearly 150 years ago), we have a very modern approach to our work, people, and culture. We currently have circa 120 employees.
We pride ourselves on our success at supporting and developing our employees on their chosen career path, actively encouraging progression through the ranks for the mutual benefit of our clients and our employees.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming team within a leading firm offering excellent prospects, competitive salary and great benefits.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter recruitment@leathesprior.co.uk.