Legal Administrator Shared Services

Job Title: Legal Administrator

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Were one of the UKs most forward-thinking law firms built on a foundation of innovation collaboration and ambition. Join us and lets shape the future together.

The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Legal Administrator
• Team: Conveyancing - Shared Services
• Location:Taunton
• Working Pattern: Full time
• Why this role matters: A pivotal role which acts as the backbone of our Conveyancing process ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently. This highly regarded support role is vital for the successful completion of our property transactions.

What youll do

We provide clients across all our service lines with a dedicated team supported by modern case management systems and technology. This enables us to focus on high-quality service delivery consistency and operational efficiency.

As a Legal Administrator you will work closely with the Conveyancing team supporting daytoday legal operations managing processes handling client communications and ensuring matters progress efficiently and compliantly. While initially aligned to Conveyancing the role is designed to build transferable skills aligned to a broader Legal Operations career path.

Once fully trained in this role youll:

• Be part of a high-performing legal support function contributing to the operational effectiveness of our Conveyancing services.
• Provide efficient and reliable administrative and process support to the Conveyancing team helping ensure matters progress smoothly.
• Act as a first point of contact for enquiries delivering consistent and professional client service to new and repeat clients.
• Support matter inception and administration including preparing confirmation of instruction letters maintaining central records and setting up new clients and matters accurately on systems.
• Ensure quality compliance and procedural standards are met across all files.
• Collate and complete due diligence in line with Anti Money Laundering regulations.
• Manage routine client communications and information gathering to support compliant file opening and progression.
• Develop a strong understanding of legal processes systems and controls providing an excellent platform for progression into Legal Operations process improvement or legal support roles more broadly.

What were looking for

We are seeking someone with experience of working in a busy office/business environment who enjoys working with processes systems and people. Youll be naturally organised comfortable managing multiple tasks and attentive to detail.

*This role would suit someone looking to begin or develop a career in a law firm with a longerterm interest in Legal Operations legal support or processfocused roles rather than specialising solely in conveyancing.

Youll bring:

• Prior experience in an administrative or operational support role (experience within a legal or regulated environment is helpful but not essential).
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fastpaced setting.
• A commitment to working within quality compliance and process-driven environments.
• Strong IT skills and confidence learning new systems and ways of working.
• A collaborative approach and strong team-working skills.
• Availability to work daily in our Taunton office.
• A shared enthusiasm for innovation continuous improvement collaboration and achieving positive outcomes together.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey were committed to making a difference for our people our clients and society. Heres what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names thriving startups and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human entrepreneurial inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
• Awards and Accolades: Our accreditation as a member of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme and our appointment to over 60 major UK lending panels reflect our commitment to excellence.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing including:

• Competitive salary.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support gym memberships).
• An open flexible working environment.
• Find out more about our benefits and work environment here Life at Foot Anstey Foot Anstey

Ready to apply

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  • Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
  • Our team will review your application and be in touch whatever the outcome.
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  • With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
  • Were here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments were more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview well contact you to discuss the themes well cover and answer any questions you might have.
  • If youd like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview just let us know.

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