Conveyancing Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant or Paralegal to join a well-established and highly regarded Residential Property team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 1 year's previous experience in residential conveyancing who is looking to further their career within a supportive and progressive law firm.

The Role

Working closely with experienced fee earners, you'll play a key role in ensuring residential property transactions run smoothly from instruction through to completion. Your responsibilities will include:

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• Supporting fee earners with a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters
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• Opening new files and preparing client care documentation
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• Completing client questionnaires and carrying out onboarding procedures
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• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties, providing regular updates throughout transactions
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• Handling routine client enquiries and progressing matters under supervision
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• Managing matter opening and completion data to ensure compliance and accurate reporting
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• Assisting with completions and providing cover for fee earners during periods of absence, escalating urgent issues where appropriate
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• Ensuring compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct, Solicitors' Accounts Rules and the firm's quality and risk management procedures
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• Supporting the wider Residential Property team and contributing to the continued success and growth of the department
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About You

You'll ideally have:

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• A minimum of 1 year's previous experience working as a Conveyancing Assistant or Paralegal within Residential Property
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• A solid understanding of the residential conveyancing process from instruction through to completion
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• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload
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• Strong communication and client care skills
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• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail
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• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
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What's on Offer?

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• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
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• Genuine opportunities for career progression
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• Ongoing training and professional development
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• A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment
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• Flexible and hybrid working options, where applicable
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• The opportunity to join a respected firm with an excellent reputation in the local market
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If you're looking to build your career within a successful Residential Property team, apply via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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