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An opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Legal Assistant to join a well-established legal firm, offering a wide range of services to both business and private clients.As a Residential Property Legal Assistant, you will be assisting in a busy residential property department, managing tasks independently and providing essential support to legal advisors throughout the conveyancing process.This is a maternity cover role with the potential to transition into a permanent position offering a minimum salary of £28,500 and benefits. They will also consider candidates who would prefer 4 days a week.What we are looking for:Previously worked as a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Legal Assistant, Property Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Residential Property Paralegal, Conveyancing Paralegal or in a similar roleMust have at least 3 years of experience working within residential property lawExperience with conveyancing searches, Land Registry checks, and property-related admin, including preparing engrossments and legal documents.Practical understanding of the residential property process, including exchange of contracts and post-exchange activities.Confidence in managing client interactions and progressing matters with minimal supervision.Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude.Shift:Monday - Friday9am - 5pmWhat’s on offer:Competitive salaryDiscretionary performance-related and profit-linked bonusesCompany pension schemeEmployee discount programmeOn-site parkingGenerous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidaysAdditional discretionary