Job Description

My client

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a well established law firm for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant/Paralegal. The role involves assisting a Conveyancing Executive on a one to one basis. This role would suit an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary.

Job Purpose

To provide comprehensive Paralegal support to the Residential Property Fee-Earner to assist in the provision of an efficient, personal and professional service at all times.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Document and Correspondence Preparation. File Administration including maintenance of accurate client admin files (including file opening with correct level of risk identified and file closing procedures.) Diary management and arranging appointments. Handling a variety of property-related tasks, such as submitting search requests, ordering documents, and processing applications for transfers and mortgages through the Land Registry. Administrative assistance with a range of forms including accessing HRMC website to complete stamp duty land tax forms, AP1s and lender exchange functions. Liaising with clients, solicitors, Estate Agents/ Mortgage lenders Assistance with new client enquiries and handling correspondence Issuing letters of engagement/ client care letters Sales Contract Drafting Post Exchange Formalities Day of Completion and Post-Completion Matters including SDLT returns

Person Specification

Previous experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary/ Assistant High level of attention to detail. IT literate - Microsoft Word/ Excel/ Outlook/ Digital Dictation/ Case Management Systems. Strong organisational and time management skills. Fast, accurate typing ability using digital dictation and audio systems. Knowledge of Land Registry procedures. Excellent communication skills and team player. Proactive, professional and friendly demeanour.
If you have the required skills and experience, we would encourage you to apply for immediate consideration. Immediate Interviews are being arranged

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Conveyancing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person