Conveyancing Assistant

Whitley Bay Source: WhatJobs

£25,000–£28,000 salary

I am currently recruiting on behalf of my client, a Legal Firm in Whitley Bay, for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant / Post Completion Assistant to join their established property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous residential conveyancing experience who is looking to join a well-established local law firm and play an important role in supporting the smooth progression and completion of property transactions.

The Role

Working alongside the residential conveyancing team, you will be responsible for a range of administrative and post-completion duties, ensuring files are progressed accurately and efficiently through to closure.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing post-completion processes from completion through to file closure
Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications
Dealing with SDLT submissions and related documentation
Completing and checking post-completion paperwork
Liaising with clients, solicitors, lenders, estate agents and other third parties
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date file records
Assisting fee earners with the administration and progression of residential property matters
Ensuring deadlines are met and matters are progressed efficiently
Providing a high level of client service throughout the process

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Previous experience within a residential conveyancing environment
Strong knowledge of post-completion procedures
Experience dealing with Land Registry applications and SDLT
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise a busy workload
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A professional and confident approach when dealing with clients and third parties
Experience using legal case management systems

Most importantly, you will be someone who understands the conveyancing process and can hit the ground running within a busy property team.