Junior Administrator - Taunton

Looking to kick off your career in law? This could be the one for you!

Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers is working with a genuinely exciting law firm in Taunton who are on the lookout for a Junior Administrator to join their busy Conveyancing team.

It's a great entry point into the legal world, you'll be right in the thick of property transactions, learning the ropes from day one and building skills that will set you up for a long career in the industry.

About the Firm

Our client is one of the UK's more progressive practices; ambitious, people-focused, and genuinely committed to doing things differently. Their client base ranges from big household names to fast-growing startups, and their culture is built around collaboration, inclusion, and actually enjoying where you work. They invest in their people, which means real progression opportunities rather than empty promises.

About The Role

As a Junior Administrator, you'll be a key part of the Conveyancing team. You will keep things running smoothly behind the scenes while being the friendly first point of contact for clients. You'll work closely with experienced Conveyancers and be supported by modern case management tech, so you won't be thrown in at the deep end.

This is an office-based role at their Taunton site, perfect for someone who wants to build a solid foundation in a legal setting.

Junior Administrator Responsibilities:

Supporting the Conveyancing team with a range of administrative tasks
Being the first point of contact for client enquiries (phone and written)
Setting up new matters and producing instruction letters
Helping with due diligence and Anti-Money Laundering compliance checks
Drafting routine conveyancing documents and correspondence
Keeping files organised and transactions moving forward
Making sure quality and compliance standards are consistently met

Junior Administrator Requirements:

You don't need years of legal experience but you do need to be organised, switched on, and keen to learn.

You'll be a great fit if you have:

At least 6 months of admin experience within a professional services environment OR a recent Law degree and some relevant admin experience
A sharp eye for detail and a high level of accuracy
The ability to stay on top of multiple tasks without dropping the ball
Confident IT skills and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
A professional, personable phone manner
A genuine team-player attitude and a proactive approach to work

Experience in property or conveyancing? Brilliant! But it's not essential.