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Legal Assistant - Commercial Property

Reading Permanent £27,000 - £29,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Commercial Property - Legal Assistant to join a professional services team in Reading. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting legal professionals with administrative and organisational tasks in the Commercial Property department.
  • Permanent Role & Immediate Start
  • Company Benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a professional services firm located in central Reading. As a well established organisation, they provide comprehensive legal services to their clients and are looking for a dedicated individual to join their team in the Commercial Property Department.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare correspondence, including dictation
  • Draft transaction documents and prepare final versions using DocuSign
  • Complete transaction forms (e.g., Land Registry, SDLT)
  • Open and close client files and prepare engagement letters
  • Manage diaries and emails for fee earners
  • Handle telephone enquiries professionally
  • Provide general transaction support and ad hoc duties as required

The Successful Applicant

Experience & AttributesEssential:

  • Minimum 1 year of commercial experience as a Secretary, Administrator, or PA in a legal/property environment
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities
  • Comfortable liaising with clients via phone and email
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using IT systems
  • Excellent keyboard skills



Desirable:

  • Experience working within a property team
  • Familiarity with Land Registry and SDLT processes

What's on Offer

Benefits:

  • Permanent position within a medium sized professional services firm in Reading.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive work environment focused on high standards and client satisfaction.
  • Market leading company benefits



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Commercial Property Legal Assistant in the professional services industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Desky Ngathe
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6870625
Phone number
+44 118 933 7033

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Property / Construction - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
Reading
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Desky Ngathe
Consultant phone
+44 118 933 7033
Job reference
JN-102025-6870625