Senior Legal Assistant — Property & Agriculture Specialist

Chattertons Solicitors; Stamford; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support the Commercial Property Department and provide flexible assistance across other legal areas. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a legal qualification, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers a competitive salary, engaging responsibilities, and a supportive team environment in Stamford, Lincolnshire.

Qualifications

• A clear understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Experience and knowledge across different areas of the law.
• Desire and ability to learn quickly in all areas of practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary typing within the Stamford office.
• Support Commercial Property Department and undertake work across all areas.
• Maintain high levels of client and company confidentiality.
• Take telephone calls and convey messages in a timely manner.
• Create and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Excellent communications skills

Ability to work under pressure

Organised

Excellent telephone manner

Accurate and efficient

Typing speeds of at least 50 WPM

Proactive and tactful

Education

Secretarial qualification or equivalent experience

Law Graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

SOS Connect

Job description

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support the Commercial Property Department and provide flexible assistance across other legal areas. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a legal qualification, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers a competitive salary, engaging responsibilities, and a supportive team environment in Stamford, Lincolnshire.