Legal Assistant – Conveyancing -No Previous Legal Experience Required

Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 5:00pm (Office Based)
Salary: £25,000 TO £30,000

Kingsgate Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join a well-established and busy law firm based in Twickenham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or candidate with strong administrative skills who is looking to start a career within the legal sector. Full training and support will be provided while working closely with experienced Fee Earners in the conveyancing team.

Please note: This role is fully office-based. Hybrid or remote working is not available.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide administrative and case management support to Fee Earners, assisting with the smooth progression of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion.

You will help manage legal documentation, maintain organised case files, and communicate with clients while ensuring all processes are completed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Fee Earners with the day-to-day management of conveyancing files

• Handling client enquiries via telephone, email, and in person

• Opening new files and issuing client care documentation

• Verifying client identification in line with Anti-Money Laundering regulations

• Producing contract documentation in accordance with company procedures

• Raising pre-contract enquiries

• Ordering property searches

• Assisting with exchange of contracts and post-completion processes

• Maintaining accurate records using case management systems

• Linking incoming post to relevant client files

• Managing file progression and preparing files for archiving or closure

• Returning calls and maintaining clear communication with clients

• Supporting Fee Earners with general administrative duties

Requirements

• Graduate or equivalent level education preferred

• Strong administrative and organisational skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• High level of attention to detail

• Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Professional attitude and willingness to learn within a legal environment

No previous legal experience is required as full training will be provided.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

• Company pension scheme

• Career development opportunities within the legal sector

• Opportunity to join a supportive and professional legal team

Apply today with Kingsgate Recruitment to find out more about this opportunity.