Join an Award-Winning Law Firm as a Conveyancing Assistant
An esteemed North East law firm is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join its high performing Residential Property team.
Recently recognised award winning firm, this firm not only excels professionally but also stands out as an incredible workplace. It offers a supportive and engaging culture where employee wellbeing and work-life balance are prioritised.
About the Role
As the Conveyancing Assistant, you will support the busy Residential Property team, which is the largest department in the firm and continues to grow.
You will work closely with fee earners, secretaries, and administrative staff in a collaborative and welcoming environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with opening and closing client files using the firm's practice management system
- Communicating with clients, estate agents, and third parties to ensure smooth progress of conveyancing transactions
- Conducting ID verification, AML checks, and media searches
- Preparing legal documents for property transactions
- Assisting with post-completion matters, including liaising with the Land Registry for pre-completion searches
- Supporting with drafting contracts, memorandums of exchange, and other legal documentation
- Managing financial tasks such as creating paying-in slips and requisitioning payments
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working as a Conveyancing Assistant or in a related administrative role within a Conveyancing environment
- Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database systems
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy team
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work collaboratively
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- A proactive, can-do attitude with strong initiative and problem-solving skills
This firm offers a fantastic range of employee benefits, including:
A competitive salary based on your experience
Hybrid working
Generous holiday package, bonus holidays and your birthday off work!!
Enhanced pension schemes
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
Free wills and discounted legal services for employees, friends, and family
Access to high street discounts and monthly prize draws
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and life insurance
Wellbeing support, including a dedicated wellbeing room and trained Mental Health First Aiders
Regular social events, team away days, and networking opportunities
And so much more!
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and award-winning firm. If you are experienced residential secretary ready to take the next step in your career please reach out to Amy Spark at QED Legal.