Job Description

Residential Conveyancing Administration Assistant

We are looking for an organised and efficient

Administration Assistant

to join our busy

Residential Conveyancing team

based at our

Gloucester Road office

.

The successful applicant will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the conveyancing team which currently comprises three Lawyers, a Legal Secretary and a Trainee Solicitor.

The role

This role is very varied, but on a daily basis you will be responsible for:

Opening new files and inserting dates into the system to enable documents to be processed correctly. Scanning documents onto the system and putting them into the correct folders. Assisting the fee earners working on a paperlght/paperless basis where possible. Providing quotes, updating estate agents, and applying for searches when required. Assisting with compliance and ID checks through our search facility. Sending necessary deeds and documents to clients and preparing files for closure.
In addition to this, you will be required to assist with other administrative tasks in order to support our busy team. This will include some reception cover during lunch times and holiday cover.

About us

Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer.

We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance.

At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values.

We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will:

Be an experienced administrator, preferably with experience working in a law firm Hold a GSCE, grade 4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English Have experience in filing and paper management Be confident using Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word and Outlook
Location and working hours

Full-time (office hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5.15pm) The role is based at our Bishopston office but with the option to apply for hybrid working upon successful completion of your probation
Salary

The salary for this role is 23,751 per annum.

Belonging at Barcan and Kirby

We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you.

If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing recruitment@barcankirby.co.uk.

Closing date for applications

Applications for this role close on

Thursday 4th September,

with

interviews

on

Wednesday 17th September.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,751.00 per year

Work Location: In person