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Current Vacancies

Administrative Assistant

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Executive summary

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our busy and dynamic Real Estate Finance department. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team with assisting our fee earners to free up their busy workload. This role will be based in office in Farringdon and would be perfect for someone who’s looking for a new role as an administrative assistant.

Key responsibilities

This role will provide administrative support to fee earners including:

  • New file and matter-opening and occasional file management within the firm’s Practice Management System
  • Telephone management
  • Document production filing/archiving. Ownership and understanding of the house style
  • Ad hoc photocopying and scanning
  • Email management where necessary and supporting with the wider secretarial team on occasion
  • Dealing with post and post-trays for the Real Estate Finance team
  • Assisting with Post-completion tasks and supporting the post-completion team where needed
  • Ad hoc in office support

Knowledge, skills and experience

  • Previous experience working within an administrative role
  • Previous experience working in a law firm preferable, but not required.
  • Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
  • Good attention to detail. Accurate and thorough.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong and consistent administrative and organisational skills.
  • A team player who is confident sharing information across a broader team.

Personal attributes

  • Ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • Sensitivity and discretion handling employee and business data and information.
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks running in parallel with tight deadlines.
  • Flexible as regards to time and duties.
  • Flexibility towards new technologies and changes in working practices.
  • Ability to interact with people at all levels.

Perm/FTC

Permanent

Salary

Competitive

Working Pattern

Office based

Associate / Senior Associate – Private Wealth and Succession Planning

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Executive summary

We are looking for a new Tax specialist role to be an integral part of the Private Wealth and Succession Planning department. The successful person will be assisting the two Directors in relation to Tax and Planning matters for Private Clients both UK and non- UK resident domiciled.

Key responsibilities but not limited to:

  • Advising HNW/ UNHW on tax affairs and structuring assets appropriately to mitigate income tax, CGT and IHT.
  • Drafting and advising on; FICS and FLLPs, off-shore structures whilst dealing with HMRC.
  • Estate Planning including cross jurisdictional matters and Trusts.
  • Building and maintaining strong working relationships with the firm’s existing and prospective clients.
  • Partaking in Business Development and developing a reputation for being a specialist in the field.
  • Supporting the development of junior lawyers in the team. Delegating effectively and supervising when required.

Knowledge, skills and experience

  • Associate / Senior Associate level; with 3 – 5 years’ PQE.
  • Experience in working with/advising HNW/UNHW on their tax affairs and structuring assets appropriately to mitigate income tax, CGT and IHT.
  • Knowledge and practical experience of drafting and advising on; FICS (and FLLPs), off-shore structures, dealing with HMRC, estate planning including cross-jurisdictional matters and Trusts.
  • Assist the directors in relation to Tax and Planning matters for Private clients both UK and non-UK resident/domiciled.

Personal attributes

  • Consistency.
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • Sensitivity and discretion handling employee and business data and information.
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks running in parallel with tight deadlines.
  • Flexible as regards to time and duties.
  • Flexibility towards new technologies and changes in working practices.
  • Ability to interact with people at all levels.

Perm/FTC

Permanent

Salary

Competitive

Working Pattern

Hybrid

Legal Secretary

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Executive summary

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Trainee Legal Secretary to join our secretarial team, supporting across the firm’s various service functions. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone looking to start their career in the legal field. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to our legal teams, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities.

Key responsibilities

  • Support with in-office secretarial and admin tasks to support the Legal Secretaries and fee-earners.
  • Respond to queries that come into the shared secretarial mailbox promptly and efficiently.
  • Support with answering overflow calls that come through to the firm’s centralised phone Hunt group, directing these are required.
  • Assist with the preparation and formatting of legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
  • Handle client inquiries and communications professionally and promptly.
  • Handle confidential documents and communications with discretion.
  • Maintain and organise electronic and physical files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible; at times, using the firm’s practise management system, Practise Evolve, to do this.
  • Assist with post-completions.
  • Support with printing and bundling jobs.
  • Good knowledge of the firm’s house styles and ability to advise others on how to use these.
  • Carry out property searches and Land Registry ad-hoc tasks.
  • Conduct basic legal research and compile information as required by the legal team.
  • Assist with the preparation of billing statements and invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
  • Work closely with other secretaries and administrative staff to support the overall efficiency of the departments.

Senior Associate – Commercial Real Estate

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Executive summary

Our highly regarded Real Estate Finance team is looking for a 4+ PQE Senior Associate to join the growing and fast-paced team. The role is based in our London office in Farringdon.

The successful candidate will have excellent academics or equivalent skills and will have gained experience from a top quality commercial practice. You will be a self-starter and able to work on matters with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of property finance matters, including acquisitions, investment, bridging, and development finance.
  • Ensure proactive and efficient case management from start to finish, following the firm’s processes with a good awareness of compliance.
  • Build and maintain relationships with lender panel clients and associated professionals, fostering trust and reliability.
  • Strong stakeholder communication, maintaining communication with investors, lenders, and property managers.
  • Identify and develop new client relationships in the commercial lending market.
  • Represent the firm at networking events to promote services.
  • Serve as an ambassador for the firm, enhancing the firm’s reputation in the market.
  • Demonstrate excellent commercial knowledge, proactivity, and collaboration.
  • Have an ability to work to tight and demanding deadlines with a calm and efficient manner.

Knowledge, skills and experience

  • A qualified Senior Associate solicitor with 4+ years PQE in Real Estate Finance.
  • Strong technical skills and able to handle a caseload with minimal supervision.
  • Previous experience acting for specialist funders on secured loan originations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
  • Interest in business development and building client relationships.
  • Ability to handle challenging clients and tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
  • Willingness to collaborate with team members and supervise junior members of the team.
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks running in parallel with tight deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail and technical ability.
  • Flexible as regards to time and duties.
  • Flexibility towards new technologies and changes in working practices.
  • Ability to interact with people at all levels.

Perm/FTC

Permanent

Salary

Competitive

Working Pattern

Hybrid

Senior Support IT Analyst

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Executive summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior IT Support Analyst to join our IT team. The successful candidate will provide in-office support and become a key resource for application support. This role offers the opportunity to progress, overseeing day-to-day support operations and working closely with our MSP, allowing the Head of IT to focus on strategic projects.

Key responsibilities 

  • Provide in-office IT support to staff, addressing hardware, software, and network issues. 
  • Serve as a key resource for application support, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly. 
  • Collaborate with the existing IT Support Analyst to handle day-to-day technical issues and support operations. 
  • Assist in the transition out of Citrix and other significant IT projects.
  • Participate in the Cyber Essentials initiative and other upcoming projects. 
  • Ensure the smooth operation of IT systems and infrastructure. 
  • Develop and maintain documentation for IT processes and procedures. 
  • Provide training and support to end-users to enhance their IT skills and knowledge. 
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
  • Stay updated with the latest IT trends and technologies to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of IT innovation. 
  • Chance to get involved and own some exciting new and existing projects
  • Opportunity for this to naturally progress to IT Support Manager

Knowledge, skills and experience

  • Proven experience in IT support, with a focus on application support
  • Strong knowledge of hardware, software, and network troubleshooting
  • Experience supporting AV
  • Experience with Citrix, any Practice or Document Management Systems, Intune, Big hand, DocuSign is a plus
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes
  • Experience working in a Law firm or similar professional services environment
  • Previous Service desk experience and relationship management experience
  • Experience within a Senior capacity within first or second line support

Personal attributes

  • Consistency
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure
  • Sensitivity and discretion handling employee and business data and information
  • Strong organisational skills
  • The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks running in parallel with tight deadlines
  • Flexible as regards to time and duties
  • Flexibility towards new technologies and changes in working practices
  • Ability to interact with people at all levels
  • Problem Solver
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated
  • Wants progression within the firm

Perm/FTC

Permanent

Salary

Competitive

Working Pattern

Hybrid

Training Contract (2025)

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We are now welcoming applications for our September 2025 trainee solicitor intake.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to our trainee recruitment team at traineerecruitment@lawstep.co.uk.

The closing date for applications is 29 November 2024. Applications received after the deadline may not be accepted or processed. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis so the sooner you choose to apply, the better!

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t able to give status updates. However, we will endeavour to contact you within three months of the closing date if you are to be invited for an interview.

We thank you for your interest in working at Lawrence Stephens. 

Credit Controller

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Executive summary

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Credit Controller to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the firm’s credit control processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the entire aged debt credit control function, from initial client contact to resolution, including legal proceedings if necessary.
  • Liaise regularly with partners and fee earners regarding outstanding bills and make collection calls as required.
  • Maintain accurate records of debtors and collection activities in the firm’s accounting system.
  • Produce and deliver client statements and other supporting documents as needed.
  • Attend regular meetings with the finance team to discuss strategies for collecting aged and difficult debts.
  • Review client debt daily, focusing on major debtors and tracking payments to meet monthly collection targets.
  • Ensure compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) rules and best practices.
  • Handle queries from partners, fee earners, and secretaries regarding outstanding debts.
  • Perform housekeeping tasks, including writing off disbursement and time balances when necessary.
  • Provide regular reports to the Head of Finance on cash collections and aged debt positions.

Knowledge, skills and experience

  • At least 2 years of experience in a credit control role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Strong knowledge of credit control processes and legal debt recovery procedures.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • High degree of numeracy and accuracy.
  • Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Personal attributes

  • Edit text eg
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • Sensitivity and discretion handling employee and business data and information.
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks running in parallel with tight deadlines.
  • Flexible as regards to time and duties.
  • Flexibility towards new technologies and changes in working practices.
  • Ability to interact with people at all levels.

Perm/FTC

Permanent

Salary

Competitive

Working Pattern

Hybrid