Job Description

An exciting vacancy has arisen at our Leeds City Centre office for a Commercial Property Paralegal or Conveyancing Assistant.

The role involves assisting supporting solicitors and fee earners with a wide range of commercial property matters from file opening to completion.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 months experience in either commercial property or residential property and be able to work accurately and efficiently, while delivering high standards of client care with the hope that they will take on more responsibility and variety of work as their knowledge and experience increases.

KEY TASKS

Dealing with matters at all stages, from taking the client's initial instructions through to archiving, under supervision and in accordance with office and accounts procedures. Liaising with clients and other parties on behalf of fee earners and dealing with enquiries as appropriate. Providing administrative support to other fee earners, solicitors and partners. Obtaining and preparing file documentation. Billing files and obtaining monies due to the firm from clients and other parties. Liaising with the Accounts department to produce cheques, pay disbursements etc. Filing, photocopying, collating of documents and other administrative duties. Maintaining legal knowledge and skills. Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. Contribute to maintaining and improving office procedures. Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.

KEY SKILLS - ESSENTIAL

Excellent client care. Ability to organise and prioritise work, under supervision, to meet clients' expectations and matter deadlines. Ability to work under pressure Ability to present and argue a case orally and in writing. Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team Ability to deal with enquiries in a customer-friendly and effective manner Confident and accurate communication skills IT proficient.

EXPERIENCE

6 + months experience in either Commercial Property or Residential Property (Commercial Property preferred).

OTHER

Flexible and 'can do' attitude. Excellent written English to produce documents for the clients, other side and third parties. Good spoken English to resolve telephone enquiries. Satisfactory absence record or sound justification for high absenteeism. Able to promote the image of the firm.

Salary

The salary for this role will depend on the successful candidate's skills and experience, therefore please indicate your current and expected salary on application.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person