Job Description

Main information

Experience level

Intermediate

Term type

Permanent

Team

Plot Sales

Location

Manchester or Northampton

The role

Key responsibilities


Issuing and preparing contract packs on the basis of pre-prepared standard documents following receipt of memorandum of sale

Dealing with pre-contract enquiries under supervision where required.

Processing exchange of contracts

Dealing with Part exchange purchases and resales

Preparation of relevant completion statements

Completion procedures

Undertaking Land Registry Applications for broader property team

Completing on line SDLT returns for broader Real Estate team

Use of Land Registry on line

Procurement of conveyancing searches

Dealing with incoming phone calls and post

Correctly doing up outgoing post in time for relevant collection

Opening of files

Preparation of bills

Use of the Document Production System or any replacement system the firm may install

Use of Word / Excel for production of spreadsheets and reports

Other duties may involve supporting the wider Real Estate team from time to time

Added advantage but not a pre-requisite


Preparing site set up documentation/pack to include preparation of the draft contracts, transfers, title pack and site set up documents.

Liaising with the client and preferred solicitors to approve the draft transfer and estate layout plans.

Dealing with deeds of easements and deeds of covenant, substation transfers and infrastructure and utility agreements.

Dealing with sale of freehold blocks of apartments.

The team

We have specialist conveyancing teams qualified to deal with residential conveyancing. These teams include Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers, Legal Executives, experienced non-qualified Conveyancers, paralegals and support staff.


Our dedicated team of conveyancing lawyers and supporting paralegal progressors provide an unrivalled level of attention, treating each transaction with care and consideration.


We recognise that no two transactions or clients' requirements are the same and we seek to match our services to meet every need, mindful that this can be a stressful experience which we seek to offset wherever possible. Our expert team progress our clients' instructions for 5,000 properties bought and sold each year, while our clients include private individuals, property investors, developers and lenders.

The Firm

Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world's most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve 'Platinum Standard' Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.


We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.

Skills and qualifications

2 years' previous conveyancing/Plot sales experience preferred within a professional environment. Training will be given. Degree, LPC or Ilex qualification preferred but not a pre-requisite. Excellent client care skills Self confidence and ability to demonstrate initiative Ability to grasp things quickly and easily. Enthusiastic with a positive, can do attitude Good working knowledge of various applications - word, excel, outlook, digital dictation (not essential) Taking care and attention into all correspondence and documentation Flexible with the ability to adapt to change, new practices and remain calm under pressure and find solutions A methodical and organised approach with keen attention paid to every detail Excellent organisational skills are required for this role to ensure that the tasks are effectively scheduled within working time available, and that urgent work is completed and returned within the specified timescales. Friendly and helpful approach to dealing with queries Excellent communication skills Able to integrate within a team as well as working on one's own initiative Ability to deliver a quality service to both internal and external clients.

For more information on this role please get in touch with Nina Marshall - nina.marshall@shoosmiths.com

Equal opportunities

Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.


This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.


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