Job Description

Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With six offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services.

The post holder will support our busy

Lender Finance / Bridging Team

and provide administrative support to fee earners and paralegals as more particularly described below.

Key Responsibilities

Answering and fielding client calls

Dealing with daily incoming post

Copying and scanning as needed

Providing quotes to clients via phone and e-mail

Opening new files and liaising with clients for initial requirements

Companies house registering charges on company borrowers

Dealing with Land Registry applications and requisitions

Sending out completed registrations

Basic accounts reconciliation

Archiving matters

What We're Looking For

Excellent client care and customer service skills are required

Previous administrative support experience required

Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Professional attitude

Solid written and verbal communication skills

Ability to be proactive when needed

Ability to thrive in an extremely fast-paced working environment

This is a full-time permanent position in one of our Thame offices, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5.30pm.

Why work for Lightfoots Solicitors?

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Our staff are our greatest asset, and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. Our benefits package has been built around what our people value the most;

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Money Matters

Competitive industry salary - with annual salary reviews & bonus scheme

Enhanced pension contributions - with qualifying service

Discounted legal fees - discounted conveyancing & wills for you and your family

Personal financial advice - helping you achieve your financial goals

Discounts - from a wide range of retailers

Employee Referral Scheme - up to 1000 bonus

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Mind, Body & Soul Matters

Enhanced holiday allowance - which increases with service

Private Health Insurance - with Bupa (with qualifying service)

Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents, such as optical & dental

24/7 Virtual GP Access - help & support available for when you need it

Company Sick Pay - with the option to use this for caring for a dependant

Free flu jabs- onsite annual flu vaccinations

Discounted Gym Memberships - as well as discounts for other health related retailers

Free fruit in all offices - fresh fruit delivered to the office each week

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to counselling and support

Mental health first aiders - we have nine qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm providing confidential support

Wellbeing events - held throughout the year, from stress resilience workshops to wellbeing breakfasts and lunchtime walks

Paid volunteer days - to volunteer for a charity of your choice

Events - firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club , Christmas party & lots more.

Committees - we have active Social ,Charity, Wellbeing and ESG committees.

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Family Matters

Enhanced family leave - enhanced pay for Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental leave

Flexible working - our Flexible working policy helps with your work life balance

Flexible sickness entitlement - the option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs care

Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents

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Career Matters

Learning & Development - access to hundreds of webinars and training courses

Paid study leave - with sponsored training opportunities

Long Service Awards - we celebrate & reward our long standing colleagues

Lightfoots Core Values Award - Rewarding colleagues who have demonstrated our core values

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Apply

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If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on recruitment@lightfoots.co.uk.

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As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know.

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Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 24,570.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Paid volunteer time Private medical insurance
Application question(s):

Do you live within a commutable distance to Thame, Oxfordshire? What are your salary expectations? Please let us know if you require any adjustments to attend an interview
Experience:

Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person