Team Assistant - Commercial Property
Bedford | Permanent | Competitive Salary
Are you an experienced Team Assistant or Legal Secretary with a background in Commercial Property, looking for a fresh challenge within a genuinely supportive and people-focused law firm?
We’re delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded firm who are seeking a Team Assistant to join their Commercial Property team in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a busy legal team, thrives on organisation, and is keen to continue developing their skills within a collaborative environment.
The Opportunity
This role will see you providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners within the Commercial Property department. You’ll play a key role in ensuring matters are managed efficiently from file opening through to completion, while helping to maintain excellent client service standards.
Key Responsibilities
*Managing all administrative aspects of matters from file opening to file closing, including compliance, billing, archiving, credit control and record keeping
*Transcribing digital dictation accurately and efficiently
*Scanning, allocating and managing post within the case management system
*Managing electronic and paper-based outgoing correspondence
*Organising and maintaining electronic documents in line with departmental protocols
*Diary and inbox management for lawyers, ensuring deadlines are met
*Liaising with lawyers to provide updates on task progress and manage expectations
*Handling document release requests
*Supporting office management tasks when required, including reception cover and stationery ordering
*Taking overflow reception calls
*Providing cover for other Team Assistants as part of a "one firm" approach
The Ideal Candidate
*Previous experience working as a Team Assistant or Legal Secretary within a Commercial Property department
*A good understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
*Advanced IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
*Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and communication skills
*Effective time management and the ability to work calmly under pressure
*A proactive, self-motivated and approachable team player
What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary reflective of experience
*26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
*Flexible working options to support work-life balance
*Birthday day off plus voucher
*Pension scheme
*Life insurance and income protection
*Vitality private health insurance and Medicash healthcare cash plan
*Comprehensive wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance and Calm Premium
*A friendly, inclusive culture with genuine progression opportunities
Location
Bedford (Office-based)
If you’re looking to join a firm that truly values its people, invests in development, and offers excellent benefits alongside a welcoming working culture, this could be the perfect next step.
Apply now or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment in confidence for more information.