Conveyancing Assistant

This role involves but is not limited to:

• Opening files on the case management system and setting up paper files
• Providing cover for telephone and email diverts
• Photocopying, filing and scanning
• Undertaking ID Checks & Conflict Checks
• Greeting clients and taking initial paperwork when required
• Speaking with site offices and developers solicitors when required
• Speaking with clients and taking accurate messages for the conveyancing fee earner
• Applying for searches
• Completing and submitting Land Registry forms
• Updating file checklists in readiness for exchange & completion
• Preparing files for archive procedure
• Providing clients, estate agents and mortgage brokers with updates on the process
• Keeping pro-active knowledge of the stages of each conveyancing files
• Ensuring SLAs and compliance are adhered to
• Keeping updated with industry and law changes
• Where required completing accreditation and internal training within specific timeframes

Requirements:

• Legal qualification or working towards - CILEX/CLC/Law Degree
• Being organised, hardworking, motivated and enthusiastic
• High levels of organisation and administration skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within a team

This organisation strives to operate a policy of equal opportunity and to not discriminate against any person because of sex, race, colour or national origin.