Legal Assistant – Property Team
Title: Legal Assistant
Department: Property Team
Location: Merthyr Tydfil
About Us
At JNP Legal, we’re known for our practical, client-focused approach and strong team culture. With over 50 people across four offices in South Wales, we combine high standards with a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and progress.
Join Our Team
We're looking for bright and ambitious individuals to join our team at JNP Legal. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic and supportive legal environment where your skills and potential will be nurtured to thrive.
Role Overview
We’re now looking for a Legal Assistant to join our busy Property Team. As a Legal Assistant in our property team you will be the first point of contact for our clients.
This is a busy, people-facing role that’s key to keeping the office running efficiently and clients happy.
You’ll work alongside experienced solicitors and lawyers to help clients move through the property process smoothly — from initial onboarding to completion. The role involves client contact in person and by telephone/email, drafting documents, handling searches, and keeping cases moving efficiently.
This role is ideally suited to an experienced legal assistant who enjoys and values the support role and is looking for a stable, long-term position.
It is not designed as a progression route into fee earning or qualification, and applications are particularly welcomed from candidates who are committed to remaining in a legal assistant role.
Day-to-Day Tasks
- You will deal with telephone and in person enquiries, documents, client identification and all associated tasks to keep the property cases moving through the process in a timely and efficient manner.
- Liaise with clients, estate agents, and mortgage brokers.
- Draft key documents and manage client onboarding.
- Keep accurate records and help maintain smooth department operations.
Requirements
- 12+ months’ experience in property or conveyancing support.
- Confident communicator (written and verbal).
- Previous reception or front-of-house experience.
- Good attention to detail.
- Comfortable using Outlook, Word, Excel, and case management software.
- Able to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
- Good communication, organisation, and attention to detail.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and medical cover.
- Ongoing training and career development in a supportive team.
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our commitment to excellence within our thriving property department.
How to Apply
This is a direct hire—please apply to us, not through recruiters. Please submit your CV along with a short covering letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you'd be an ideal fit for this role to HR@jnplegal.org