Job Description

Legal Administrator - Residential Property

circa 25,000 - 30,000 (+/- doe)

Edinburgh

A fantastic opportunity for a professional and experienced

Legal PA / Administrator

to join a leading Scottish Law Firm, supporting busy fee earners in their Edinburgh office. The post holder is an integral member of the team with the role existing to provide proactive PA and administrative support to busy Residential Conveyancing fee earners. The firm offers a modern and progressive environment and the team in are inclusive, welcoming and supportive.

The successful candidate will ideally have relevant residential property experience (or similar legal experience) gained from a responsible and varied role, as well as energy, a friendly disposition and positive attitude.

Responsibilities will include:

Undertaking the administrative components of opening new client matters such as letters of engagement, TOB and AML

Liaising with clients and answering queries regarding transactions

Finance administration relating to client transactions

Producing reports

Requesting searches from Registers of Scotland, completing registration forms and LBTT returns

Typing various documents including letters, reports and presentations

Coordinating travel arrangements when required

File and diary management

Ensuring general organisation and smooth running of matters, including improving existing procedures

Essential criteria:

Strong PA / Administrative skills gained from a legal or professional services environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills

Positive and enthusiastic attitude with a professional and friendly manner

Strong MS Office skills

Please apply with a copy of your CV at your earliest convenience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Legal Admin: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person