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LEGAL ASSISTANT - RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SEVENOAKS Our well-established client is currently looking for a Legal Assistant with Residential Property experience. Only candidates with approximately 12 months previous Residential Property experience will be considered. Key Responsibilities: To assist the Fee Earners in the Residential Conveyancing Department in every aspect of conveyancing transactions To support Fee Earners in the maintenance of files by effective file management To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the fee earner. To assist in general office administration and in the locating of files when necessary To answer telephone calls efficiently and politely and take messages as necessary. To ensure that all internal methods, systems, policies and procedures are adhered to. To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision Personal Qualities Managing Yourself To be self-motivated and able to organise own work with minimum supervision. Cope effectively in demanding circumstances Good time management, adopting a flexible approach to work. Demonstrate persistence and commitment to completing tasks and objectives. Deliver work output to the required standard. Pay attention to detail and quality of work. Demonstrate a commitment to improving working practices and support company plans and policies. To attend clients where necessary; to deal with AML checks and any other queries. To maintain files in a neat and tidy order and to ensure that where applicable check lists are complete and on file. Problem Solving Demonstrate sound judgement and good decision making when dealing with problems Be able to identify a problem arising and can develop a solution or take the correct course of action Know when to seek guidance or further input from others before taking action Check that information is accurate and complete Look for new solutions to problems as well as tried and tested methods Communication Skills Be able to express oneself both orally and in writing in a clear and constructive way Be willing to ask questions, listen to others views and accept advice. Be willing to contribute ideas and seek improvements Good client / Introducer / supplier handling skills both by telephone and face to face Working with People Have the ability to build and maintain working relationships with others and to be seen as 'approachable' Operate effectively as part of a team Be willing to offer help to all colleagues to ensure company success