Conveyancing Assistant

Description

I am currently seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join this growing and award winning Residential Property Team. Working for a highly regarded law firm based in Barnsley, you will be responsible for providing support to this busy team. The successful candidate will have experience of working in a similar role, have good keyboard skills and be organised and self-motivated.

 

Your duties will include:

 

Processing tasks in Digital Dictation (BigHand).

Using a Case Management System

Requesting Searches, AML (Anti Money Laundering) Checks and final Searches

Submitting Land Registry applications and dealing with Land Registry requisitions

Preparing files for client meetings

Assist with file opening and closing, when necessary

Handling telephone calls, enquiries and requests from clients and third parties

Dealing with incoming emails, scanning, post and replying to correspondence as appropriate

Assist the Senior Fee Earner with their inbox during their non-working days

Adhere to agreed practice and procedures in relation to compliance and quality standards

Provide cost effective support to the Fee Earners in your team and wider Department

Requirement

Person specification:       

 

Experience in a similar role is preferable but not essential

Basic knowledge of legal letters

Computer and word processing skills essential

Excellent interpersonal skills   

Commitment to the ethos, values and strategy of the firm

GCSE English C and above necessary

Organised and self-motivated with the ability to work within a team environment

Salary: £22,000 - £26,000

Location: Huddersfield

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