Legal assistant commercial property

HCB Solicitors are currently looking for an experienced Legal Assistant/Secretary to support a Solicitor in the growing Commercial Property department at our Leigh office. Main Duties and Responsibilities Maintain Fee Earner’s diaries arranging meetings and appointments Deal with routine client correspondence and queries Opening and closing files Attend to clients both in person and on the telephone in a manner in keeping with the firm’s standard of client care Create and maintain client records on the firm’s database ensuring that all correspondence and file notes are recorded on the system, in accordance with HCB’s and Lexcel’s requirements Produce client correspondence and enclosures for mailing including client bills Ensure the confidentiality of the client and firm’s information and documentation at all times Maintain client hard copy files including copying, storage and retrieval of information Request payments and record receipts of client monies Produce client correspondence via dictated notes Submitting SDLT forms to HMRC Submitting applications to register properties with Land Registry Assisting with drafting Contract Packs, Transfer Forms and other legal documents Reception Cover as and when needed / advised Person SpecificationThe ideal candidate: Previous experience working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Great communication skills and an ability to work well with others Ability to work under time constraints and prioritise work load Able to handle sensitive matters discreetly Good organisation skills with a methodical approach Self-motivated and proactive Deliver excellent service to clients and colleagues Job Types: Permanent, Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Legal Assistant / Secretarial: 1 year (required) Commercial Property: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person