Conveyancing Assistant
Location
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Salary
£28000-32000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Residential Conveyancing
Reference
JG/CA/SD/2010
Purpose of the role
To provide direct support to a Senior Fee Earner and the wider residential property department, ensuring the smooth running of conveyancing matters and efficient client service. The role requires initiative, self-management and excellent communication skills.
Key responsibilities
Liaise effectively with clients, estate agents, lenders and other third parties by telephone, email and occasionally face to face, to provide updates and assistance
Chase and collate documentation including ID, mortgage offers, searches and replies to enquiries
Keep the case management system and relevant third-party platforms up to date in real time
Prepare and draft standard conveyancing documentation and correspondence throughout the transaction
Produce completion packs for the accounts department, including completion statements and invoices
Handle post-exchange matters as directed, such as OS1 and bankruptcy searches, SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
Manage the completion process on the day of completion, ensuring all parties are informed and matters progress smoothly
Provide general administrative support to the team and assist other departments as required
Ensure compliance with firm policies, SRA regulations, AML and GDPR obligations
Skills and attitude
Strong administrative background, ideally gained in a legal or professional office environment
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
Confident and professional telephone manner
Competent in Microsoft Office applications
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage deadlines effectively
Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and procedures
A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
Experience using a conveyancing case management system
Experience
Minimum of 2-4 years experience working as a Conveyancing Assistant within a Residential Conveyancing department
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