Conveyancing Assistant
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Bourne
- Salary: up to 26K DOE
We are seeking a dedicated Conveyancing Assistant to support our fee earners with the administration and progression of conveyancing transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of conveyancing processes and a commitment to delivering high-quality support.
Day to Day of the role:- Assist the fee earner with the administration of conveyancing transactions.
- Prepare and provide quotes to potential clients and follow up on instructions.
- Open files and manage day-to-day correspondence, ensuring prompt action.
- Request searches and missing documents for purchase files.
- Send out draft contracts and handle enquiries on sale files.
- Draft sale completion statements and SDLT returns.
- Adhere to anti-money laundering procedures and obtain Lawyer Checker reports.
- Respond to requisitions and handle telephone calls with various stakeholders.
- Meet with clients to review paperwork and obtain signatures on documents.
- Manage the exchange of contracts and post-exchange correspondence.
- Prepare files for completion, ensuring all funds are received on time.
- Handle post-completion tasks, including SDLT submission and registration at HMLR.
- Maintain and update case management systems and ensure no deadlines are missed.
- Record weekly stats for quotes and instructions and strive to meet targets.
- Assist with office duties, including shredding, post handling, and office shutdown.
- Knowledge of conveyancing processes with a willingness to learn more.
- Proficient typing skills and PC literacy.
- Excellent communication skills and a good telephone manner.
- Strong work ethic and good timekeeping.
- Compliance with office policies and procedures.
- Friendly, outgoing personality with the ability to liaise closely with main work providers.
- Good team player.
- Full and valid driving licence.
- Willingness to learn and take on extra responsibility.
- Study towards Licensed Conveyancer status.
Reference: 52429944
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