Team Assistant - Real Estate (12 Month FTC)

Wedlake Bell is recruiting a Team Assistant to join our Real Estate team on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role requires full-time attendance in the office.

You will provide junior secretarial and administrative support, working alongside our legal secretaries to deliver an excellent service to our fee-earners and clients.

This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in legal secretarial support. You will join a supportive team, receive high-quality training and gain practical experience supporting our Real Estate practice.

We are looking for a diligent team player with strong attention to detail and a commitment to providing excellent service.

Previous secretarial or administrative experience is not required. Before applying, please familiarise yourself with the role of legal secretarial support and use your covering letter to explain your interest in the position.

About Us:

Located in the heart of the City of London, Wedlake Bell is a Top 100 law firm offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes. We have grown year-on-year, attributed to the continual success of our legal teams, and the dedication of our staff members.

Our culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Joining us, you will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections. With regular cross-firm socials and events (including our renowned yearly ski trip!), you will quickly feel like part of the WB team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for administration, filing, photocopying, scanning and engrossing of documents;

• Managing and redirecting telephone calls including taking messages;

• Collating deeds and producing deeds schedules;

• Managing incoming and outgoing post, including filing and dispatching correspondence;

• Creating/maintaining data rooms;

• Liaising with Facilities/Accounts and other support departments within the Firm to support the work of secretaries;

• As the Firm's secretarial team work together to assist with overflow work, there will be occasions where you are expected to provide cross-team support; and

• Other ad hoc tasks as and when requested.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A relevant qualification in legal secretarial studies or business administration is desirable but not essential;

• Ideally but not essential, some office administration experience;

• Accuracy and attention to detail;

• Good organisation and ability to prioritise effectively;

• Good communication and telephone manner;

• High standard of written English and knowledge of English grammar;

• Knowledge of Word and document formatting;

• Team player; willing to help others wherever possible;

• Proactive and positive - takes the initiative on matters and also comfortable with taking direction from secretaries; and

• Copes well with mid-to-high volume and/or time-sensitive work.

Why Join Us?

• A competitive starting salary;

• A comprehensive pension plan;

• 25 days paid holiday per annum, plus additional leave for significant life events;

• Option to purchase up to five additional days of holiday each year;

• Life Assurance and competitive income protection scheme;

• Access to Private Medical and Dental Insurance from day one;

• Enhanced parental leave policies;

• Employee Assistance Programme with face-to-face counselling services;

• Variety of staff wellbeing initiatives including Pilates classes and subsidised gym memberships; and

• A range of bonus schemes recognising referrals and client introductions.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every individual is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their background or personal circumstances.

If you are passionate about joining a busy team and are eager for a challenging yet fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply.