Legal Team Assistant - Property (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £25,000 - 30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 6:00pm

About the Organisation

A growing and dynamic residential real estate investment and management business with an expanding international portfolio is seeking a Legal Team Assistant to join its London office. The London team has developed a substantial portfolio across residential sectors including serviced apartments, private rentals, and houses in multiple occupation. The business is committed to improving local communities and offering long-term, sustainable housing solutions.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, collaborative in-house legal and corporate governance team, providing essential support to the Head of Legal. The role offers exposure to all aspects of the business-from operational and investment matters to company secretarial and compliance functions-working closely with senior management and international colleagues.

The role is based in Central London, easily accessible by public transport. The company operates a hybrid working policy of three days in the office and two days working from home (four to five days in the office during the first three months).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the completion of a project to migrate and update the legal filing system to SharePoint

• Manage document control and maintain accurate records for legal and company secretarial functions

• Prepare and file statutory documents with Companies House

• Maintain company records, including share registers and statutory registers

• Collate and record KYC documentation, liaising with international colleagues as needed

• Arrange execution of legal documents and manage document flow

• Assist with budget management, including raising purchase orders and processing invoices

• Support property transactions and liaise with conveyancers on individual unit sales

• Maintain internal trackers for deals, deadlines, and records

• Undertake ad hoc data management tasks with Companies House and the Land Registry

• Provide general administrative support to the legal and company secretarial teams

About You

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment. You'll be a team player with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively within a small team

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint

• Experience or interest in company secretarial or compliance functions (advantageous but not essential)

• Positive, adaptable, and solution-focused approach

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus

• 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to eligibility)

• Hybrid working model (3 office / 2 home)

• Dog-friendly office (1 day per week)

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