Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 180 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Far East. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
We've always been proud of our natural commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide.
Job advert description
Are you an organised and proactive individual looking to excel as a Legal Assistant in the Real Estate sector? Our Real Estate team in London are seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide essential administrative support to Partners, Fee Earners, and PAs. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to be a business-critical member of a dynamic team.
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for professional development and training
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment
The role
The Legal Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the legal team with various administrative tasks.
- Manage filing and file management, including opening and closing files
- Maintain electronic filing and document management systems
- Produce and engross legal documents
- Assist fee earners with billing, credit control, and time recording
- Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules
- Compile and manage PDF documents, data-rooms, and electronic storage
- Obtain official documents from local authorities and third-party providers
- Conduct online searches using the Land Registry Portal
- Undertake legal research as required
- Schedule and compile bibles of documents
- Provide general administrative support, including scanning, photocopying, and printing
The candidate
The ideal candidate for the Legal Assistant role will possess the following skills and attributes.
- Exceptional client service skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to handle and prioritise multiple tasks effectively
- Previous administrative experience is desirable
- Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required
Our benefits include, an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) after 6 months of employment, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more.
Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.
If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on recruit@trowers.com
As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.
