Legal Administrator – Residential Property – Newcastle

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Legal Administrator – Residential Property – Newcastle

Published
27/05/2026
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Type
Type Of Lawyer
  • Legal Assistant
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-53306
Area of Law
  • Conveyancing
Contact Email
jill.mccartney@qedlegal.com
Contact
Jill McCartney
Contact Phone
07769 676594
Region
North East

Description

Legal Administrator – Residential Property
Newcastle | Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Working Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Legal Administrator to join a busy and successful Residential Property team based in Newcastle.
This is a varied and fast-paced role supporting fee earners within the Investment Property team, providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support across a range of residential property matters.

Key Responsibilities:
• Opening and closing files using the practice management system
• Carrying out ID checks, AML searches, media checks and conflict searches
• Preparing legal documentation including leases, contracts and epitomes of title
• Producing invoices, completion statements, paying-in slips and payment requisitions
• Liaising with clients and other law firms professionally and efficiently
• Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties

About You:
• Previous experience working as a Legal Administrator or Legal Secretary within Residential Property or a similar legal environment
• Experience using case management systems
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and databases
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a busy environment

What’s on Offer:
• Flexible working arrangements
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing department

If you are organised, proactive and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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