Gowen & Stevens LLP are a well-established and developing Legal Firm; they are seeking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to work in their busy Conveyancing Department.
Gowen & Stevens LLP specialise in a number of areas of law, including work for private clients and privately owned businesses and pride themselves on their renowned technical expertise and their friendly service.
This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to progress their career and broaden their knowledge base in conveyancing.
What you will do:
- Assist in the management of conveyancing files from instruction through to completion (specifically the exchange process), including preparation and submission of relevant documentation.
- Act as a point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and ensuring that their queries are addressed promptly and professionally.
- Assist in preparing reviewing, and processing contracts, transfer deeds, and other legal documents related to client requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements throughout the conveyancing process, including performing anti-money laundering checks and client due diligence.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the conveyancing team, including managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate client records.
- Assist with post-completion tasks, including submitting applications to the Land Registry and handling Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) submissions.
About you:
- Relevant conveyancing knowledge/experience is essential.
- A solid understanding of the residential conveyancing process, including knowledge of Land Registry and SDLT requirements.
- Basic understanding of in-house IT systems. Experience of BigHand digital dictation and/or Leap Case Management would be an advantage.
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- First rate customer service skills
- Good IT skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to use own initiative
- The ability to multi-task and work under pressure
- Positive with an enthusiastic, can-do attitude to work with a willingness to learn
Job details:
- Conveyancing Assistant
- Banstead, Surrey
- £28,000 to £32,000 per annum
- Benefits include: 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), enhanced sick pay scheme, auto enrolment pension scheme and opportunities for professional development.
- Permanent, Full Time - Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm
If you have the right skills and experience for this role, we would like to hear from you.
NB. Due to large volumes of applications, we cannot always contact all applicants. If you do not hear from us within 10 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.