Our client is recruiting for a Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Property Department in Epping, Essex.
The successful candidate will provide fee earning support throughout the conveyancing process, assisting with the progression of residential property transactions and managing their own caseload under the supervision of the department's Fee Earners.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous conveyancing experience who is organised, proactive and able to take ownership of their work. You will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
The Role
• Assisting Fee Earners with the day to day management and progression of residential conveyancing transactions.
• Preparing and drafting legal correspondence, standard forms and documentation relating to property transactions.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other relevant parties throughout the conveyancing process.
• Obtaining and reviewing property searches, raising and responding to enquiries and assisting with the preparation of contract packs.
• Monitoring transaction progress, chasing outstanding information and taking appropriate steps to avoid unnecessary delays.
• Maintaining accurate and up to date electronic and paper case files.
• Dealing with client enquiries by telephone and email, providing updates and ensuring a professional level of client service.
• Preparing documentation and file reports for meetings and assisting Fee Earners with general case administration.
• Ensuring correspondence, instructions and other communications are dealt with promptly and efficiently.
• Maintaining departmental and individual diaries, arranging client meetings and coordinating meeting room bookings where required.
• Ensuring incoming and outgoing post, document exchanges and hand deliveries are dealt with promptly.
The Candidate
• At least 6 months' experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal.
• Previous experience within a property law or residential conveyancing department is essential.
• Good understanding of the residential conveyancing process and associated documentation.
• Ability to manage your own workload and take responsibility for progressing matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines and multitask effectively.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, with excellent spelling and grammar.
• Good IT skills and confidence using legal case management systems.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential client information.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to use your own initiative while working effectively as part of a team.
You will also be expected to undertake any reasonable additional duties required to support the smooth running of the Property Department and assist the designated Fee Earners.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.
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