Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive legal assistant to join our excellent conveyancing team working across both our Lymington and Lyndhurst offices.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone, ideally with a good foundation in conveyancing who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering excellent client service.

In this role, you'll:

Assist fee earners in managing the entire conveyancing process, from opening files to post-completion tasks. Serve as a key point of contact, providing updates to clients, estate agents, and other parties throughout the transaction. Prepare essential legal documents such as contracts, transfer deeds, and financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements. Conduct thorough title searches to verify legal ownership and identify any issues that may affect the transaction. Manage communications with the Land Registry, ensuring all necessary documents are correctly filed and registrations are completed post-transaction. Prepare and process financial documents, including invoices, statements, and managing financial aspects related to property transactions. Maintain accurate records and case files, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and firm procedures.

What We're Looking For:

Conveyancing experience preferable, including managing workloads and priorities Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients, estate agents, colleagues and other stakeholders. Keen attention to detail, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complies with legal standards. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a busy environment. Confident using case management systems and MS Office for document preparation and file management. Flexibility and proactive, 'can do' attitude. Excellent team player.

Why Join Us?

At Scott Bailey, you'll be part of a dynamic, friendly team where your contributions are valued. We offer opportunities for growth and development in a supportive environment, working alongside experienced professionals. Our firm is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service, and we encourage all team members to play an active role in achieving this goal.

This is an office-based role however you will need to have your own transport to be able to travel between our offices in Lymington and Lyndhurst as flexibility to work at both offices will be required.

Hours of Work

Full Time: 35 hours per week, 9.00-5.00pm Monday to Friday

Salary

Competitive Salary (depending on experience)

Benefits

34 days holiday per year (including Bank holiday)

A bonus day off for your birthday

Health cash plan (Medicare)

Life Assurance 3 x salary

Staff Discount Platform

Free New Forest Parking Clock

Excellent development opportunities (2023 New Forest Business Partnership Award Winner for Training and Development)

Open and Friendly Culture

Fabulous Location on Lymington High Street and Lyndhurst

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Application question(s):

Do you have your own transport and able to travel to work at either our Lymington or Lyndhurst Office?
Work Location: In person