A well-established law firm are currently looking for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant/ Paralegal to join their team in Wimbledon.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support residential property department in managing transaction caseloads.
- Draft documents using agreed standards and the firm's precedent library.
- Coordinate document management for large transactions.
- Support the department with exchange and pre-completion matters, including preparing engrossments, invoicing, completion statements, requesting mortgage funds, preparing SDLT Land Transaction Returns, and filing the same.
- Manage residential property transaction completions, including post-completion tasks such as registration of transactions at Companies House and the Land Registry, and issuing or archiving deeds.
- Handle file-opening, closing, and archiving per the firm's Case Management procedures.
- Perform general office and administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, post-opening, filing, data entry, arranging conference calls, and answering phone calls and the front door.
- Provide excellent client care and always maintain high service quality.
- Ensure work is performed accurately, reliably, and in accordance with the company's quality and risk procedures.
- Collaborate effectively as a team member.
The Ideal Candidate:
- At least 12 months experience as a residential conveyancing Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Conveyancing Assistant.
- Strong computer literacy, including familiarity with case management systems.
- Understanding of Money Laundering Regulations and basic regulatory obligations.
- Previous experience in a Lexcel and CQS accredited firm is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with key clients at all levels.