Conveyancing Assistant
- Recruiter
- Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment Limited
- Location
- Swinton
- Salary
- £18000 - £19000 per annum
- Posted
- 09 Jun 2021
- Closes
- 20 Jun 2021
- Ref
- J63492
- Contact
- Sammy Collier
- Job Title
- Paralegal
- Practice Area
- Residential Property / Conveyancing
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Legal Assistant
Swinton
£18,000 - £19,000
I am recruiting for a growing law firm in Swinton seeking a Legal Assistant passionate about Conveyancing. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking for a stimulating and rewarding career, to gain hands on experience and to progress in an expanding law firm.
The successful Residential Conveyancing Assistant will join a busy, friendly team supporting the running of a full and varied caseload of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases from start to finish.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Land Registry - Obtaining OC1s etc.
• ID Checks
• Chasing forms from the other side solicitors and clients
• Carrying out TR1s
• Ensuring SDLT is completed on time
• Managing client expectations
• Effectively work with the fee-earner to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Work well with the fee-earner and be result-orientated
• Promote good relations with other members of staff and facilitate teamwork
Ideal Candidate:
• Legal assistant or administration experience in any area of law (not just conveyancing)
• Be able to work to assist in achieving fee targets
• Display a professional and assertive approach
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a keen interest in Law and specifically Conveyancing
Salary & Benefits:
• Salary £18k-£19k
• Fantastic opportunity to develop your career
• Free street parking
• On site gym
• Paperless office
• Additional day holiday for each year worked
• Friendly, professional office environment