Posted: 28th March 2025 – Deadline: April 26th 5PM
Bright Solicitors is Expanding!
Due to continued growth and increasing demand for our services, we are actively recruiting new team members to support our thriving firm across various departments, as part of our strategic recruitment campaign.
We are committed to providing exceptional legal services, and as our client base grows, so does our need for talented professionals who are ready to make a difference.
Property Legal Assistants
This is an exciting opportunity for highly focused and driven individuals to join a busy, modern and expanding local law firm. We operate within Plymouth and the surrounding areas and we are looking for committed support within our Property Departments.
Successful applicants will need to support the team’s case handlers by performing clerical and administrative work that requires knowledge of legal terms, documents, processes and procedures.
Key requirements:
* Use of the case management system
* Preparation of a variety of legal documents
* Raising relevant searches
* Preparing completion documentation
* Communicating with third parties to include other side Solicitors, Lenders, Estate Agents, Clients, Mortgage Brokers etc.
* Arrange and undertake clerical and administrative duties as may reasonably be required to ensure the smooth running of files.
* Taking instruction and completing tasks set by the appropriate team and other associated tasks as required.
Job Role:
Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and be comfortable working under pressure within tight time frames. These roles are predominantly computer-based within an office environment, so an understanding of computers and an ability to pick up new software systems is critical.
Successful applicants will be expected to be customer-facing when needed and have a confident demeanour when communicating with all parties. The ideal candidate will be happy to take on a variety of tasks without complaint, work effectively as part of a team and have the ability to pick up tasks and terminology effectively.
Dependant on experience these roles could involve time-sensitive progression routes.
The Candidate:
* The role will be largely computer-based, so a high understanding of technology and an ability to pick up new software systems efficiently and effectively is crucial.
* Some level of office-based administrative experience is preferable.
* A level of legal knowledge, specifically relating to the process of legal conveyancing, is favourable.
* Some form of previous legal experience is favourable but not essential.
Employee Benefits:
* 25 Days Paid Leave (Excluding Bank Holidays)
* Additional Gifted Christmas Leave
* WPA Health Insurance Cover
* Regular Staff Social Events and Networking Opportunities
* Cycle to Work Scheme and Free Indoor Bike Storage
* Monthly Wellness Leave
Inclusivity and Diversity Statement
At Bright, we are dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture where every employee feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative atmosphere for all team members.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Our hiring practices are designed to ensure fairness and equity and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of any Protected Characteristic including race, religion or belief, age, sex, disability, marital status and civil partnership, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity.
Job Type: Full Time Office Based Role (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm)
Location: Studio 5-11, 5 Millbay Road, Plymouth, PL1 3LF
Salary: Dependant on level of qualification and experience
Start Date: Immediate
If you are interested in this position and would like to apply, please fill out the form below.
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