Conveyancing Assistant
- Job Type: Full-time (9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday)
- Location: Chester Office
- Reporting to: Senior Fee Earner
We are seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to provide essential support to our Real Estate team and facilitate the smooth running of our support functions. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, possess strong administrative skills, and be capable of using their initiative to support a Senior Fee Earner.
Day to Day of the Role:
- Effectively communicate with clients and third parties via telephone, written correspondence, and occasionally face-to-face to provide advice and assistance.
- Responsible for chasing documentation, ID, mortgage offers, and searches.
- Maintain the case management system and any third-party websites with up-to-date information.
- Ensure clients and business introducers receive the highest level of service at all times.
- Prepare documentation required for the conveyancing process.
- Prepare completion packs for the accounts department, including completion statements and invoices.
- Handle post-exchange matters as directed by the team manager.
- Manage completions on the day of completion.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Perform any other administrative duties as required to support the team.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong administrative skills gained in an office environment.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good telephone manner and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Highly organised with a willingness to learn new skills.
- Experience of using a case management system is desirable.
- Conveyancing or legal secretarial/administrative experience is beneficial.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
- Exposure to a professional legal setting with the potential for skill development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
To apply for the Conveyancing Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.