We are looking for a Conveyancing Assistant to join our office in Wimbledon.
This role involves but is not limited to
- Opening files on the case management system and setting up paper files
- Providing cover for telephone and email diverts
- Photocopying, filing and scanning
- Undertaking ID Checks & Conflict Checks
- Greeting clients and taking initial paperwork when required
- Speaking with site offices and developers solicitors when required
- Speaking with clients and taking accurate messages for the conveyancing fee earner
- Applying for searches
- Updating client portal
- Completing and submitting Land Registry forms
- Updating file checklists in readiness for exchange & completion
- Preparing files for archive procedure
- Providing clients, estate agents and mortgage brokers with updates on the process
- Keeping pro-active knowledge of the stages of each conveyancing files
- Ensuring SLAs and compliance are adhered to
- Keeping updated with industry and law changes
- Where required completing accreditation and internal training within specific timeframes
Requirements
- Residential conveyancing/legal experience
- Legal qualification or working towards – CILEX/CLC/Law Degree
- Being organised, hardworking, motivated and enthusiastic
- High levels of organisation and administration skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently and within a team
