Legal Assistant - Residential New Build Property

Position Overview

HCB Widdows Mason seeks a motivated and meticulous Legal Assistant to join our Residential New Build team. This role suits individuals wanting to develop expertise in residential property law, focusing on new build transactions. Comprehensive training will be provided, making this a great start for those entering the legal field.

Key Duties

• Assist clients by responding to queries and providing updates on new build property transactions.
• Manage the initiation and closure of case files while adhering to the firm's Anti-Money Laundering and regulatory compliance standards.
• Perform targeted legal research relating to new build property legislation and policies.
• Prepare legal documentation, correspondence, and reports relevant to new build transactions.
• Support solicitors throughout transaction progression, including preparation for completion and handling post-completion issues.
• Maintain precise case management records and other documentation.
• Carry out general administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings and calendar management.
• Occasionally provide reception support as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to manage confidential information sensitively.
• High attention to detail ensuring accuracy in document preparation.
• Genuine interest in residential property law, especially in the new build sector.

Employment Benefits

• Salary competitive and commensurate with experience.
• 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Holiday bonus scheme offering up to 12 additional days of leave.
• Participation in the company pension scheme.
• Parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Extensive training and development opportunities including support toward professional qualification studies.
• Access to a cycle to work scheme.
• Company-funded eye examinations.
• Medicash health plan coverage.

Additional Information

Recruitment for this position is handled directly by HCB Widdows Mason Ltd. The company manages all recruitment internally and prefers a direct hiring and referral approach. Collaboration with external recruitment agencies occurs only with approved suppliers on a case-by-case basis. Agencies not approved for this vacancy should note that unsolicited applications will be considered speculative and will not be subject to any introduction fees. The company reserves the right to contact candidates introduced via speculative approaches directly without any fees payable.