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Residential Development Legal Assistant

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Gateley

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a law degree, prior legal assistant or paralegal experience, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, legal research proficiency, and a proactive, detail-oriented work style.
  • You will prepare legal documents, conduct research, manage case files, coordinate meetings, handle client onboarding, and support administrative tasks, including Land Registry documentation.

Requirements

  • A degree in Law or a related field.
  • Previous experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role.
  • Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in legal research and document management.
  • A proactive and detail-oriented approach to work.
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the preparation and review of legal documents and contracts.
  • Conducting legal research and compiling data for case preparation.
  • Managing and organising case files and documentation.
  • Coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Client onboarding and AML checks
  • Supporting the team with administrative tasks such as Land Registry documentation

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Residential Development Legal Assistant?

The main responsibilities include assisting with legal document preparation and review, conducting legal research, managing case files, coordinating meetings and travel arrangements, client onboarding, AML checks, and supporting administrative tasks related to Land Registry documentation.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Law or a related field, previous experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role, strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, proficiency in legal research, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Who will I be working with in this role?

You will be providing support to Ryan Ferguson, Shaz Sharif, and their team of residential development specialists, which includes professionals working on large-scale development matters for top housebuilders in the UK.

What is the team structure like in the Residential Development Unit?

The Residential Development Unit consists of 200 specialists and is the largest residential development team in the UK, working with national housebuilders, promoters, and institutional landowners on various new residential developments.

Is there an opportunity for career development in this position?

Yes, this position offers great development and progression opportunities through support, coaching, and feedback from colleagues, as well as access to a range of learning and development resources.

What benefits does the company offer?

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, annual bonuses, a comprehensive rewards package, flexible working patterns, a range of health and wellness benefits, and access to professional development courses.

How does the company approach diversity and inclusion?

The company is committed to diversity, inclusion, and well-being, actively recruiting talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and providing equal opportunities regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture.

Are there flexible working options available?

Yes, the company supports flexible working patterns to help staff achieve a good work/life balance and encourages candidates seeking flexibility to apply for vacancies.

What type of legal work will I be involved in?

You will be involved in work related to residential development, including assisting with development agreements, contracts, joint ventures, and strategic land projects.

Do I need prior legal experience to apply for this position?

Yes, previous experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role is preferred for candidates applying to this position.

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Gateley

We are Gateley, a legal and professional services group.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our clients where they need to be. Since arriving as the new kids on the block all those years ago, we’ve earned our stripes in the legal industry, building a leading name and a revered reputation. It’s why we went Plc – the UK’s first commercial law firm to do so. It’s why we’re pushing the limits of what a legal and professional business can offer. Our diverse team is made up of experts in all areas of law and business. But it’s about more than just their expertise. It’s about being straight talking. We deliver all this advice in simple, clear, everyday language, so you spend less time decoding jargon and more time focusing on what's important to you.